Sony CDX-C7000X User Manual

FM/AM Compact Disc Player

3-043-279-13 (1)

Operating Instructions

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the unit. Record these numbers in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. Serial No.

For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections manual.

CDX-C7000X CDX-C5000X

CDX-C5005

Warning

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. 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.

— 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.

Supplied card remote commander complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation (CDX-C7000X only).

For the CDX-C5000X/C5005

Optional accessories

Rotary commander RM-X4S Card remote commander RM-X91

In addition to the CD playback and radio operations, you can expand your system by connecting optional CD/MD units*1. When you operate this unit or a connected optional CD unit with the CD TEXT function, the CD TEXT information will appear in the display when you play a CD TEXT disc*2.

*1You can connect MD changers, CD changers, MD

players, or CD players.

A CD TEXT disc is an audio CD that includes

information such as the disc name, artist name and track names. This information is recorded on the disc.

Precautions

CLASS

This label is located on the bottom of the chassis (CDX-C5005 only).

CAUTION INVISIBLE

VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS

PRODUCTLASER

LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN

DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

Welcome !

Thank you for purchasing the Sony Compact Disc Player. This unit lets you enjoy a variety of features using the following controller accessories:

For the CDX-C7000X

Supplied accessory

Card remote commander RM-X91

Optional accessory

Rotary commander RM-X4S

This label is located on the drive unit’s internal chassis (CDX-C5005 only).

• If your car was parked in direct sunlight resulting in a considerable rise in temperature inside the car, allow the unit to cool off before operating it.

• If no power is being supplied to the unit, check the connections first. If everything is in order, check the fuse.

•If your car is equipped with a power antenna, it will extend automatically while the unit is operating.

•Do not use the Custom file feature while driving, or perform any other function which could divert your attention from the road.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Moisture Condensation

On a rainy day or in a very damp area, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the unit. Should this occur, the unit will not operate properly. In such a case, remove the disc and wait for about an hour until the moisture has evaporated.

To maintain high quality sound

If you have drink holders near your audio equipment, be careful not to splash juice or other soft drinks onto the unit and CD. Sugary residues on the unit or CD may contaminate the lenses inside the unit, reduce the sound quality, or prevent sound reproduction altogether.

Before playing, clean the discs with an optional cleaning cloth. Wipe each disc from the center out.

Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or antistatic spray intended for analog discs.

Notes on discs

If you use the discs explained below, the sticky residue can cause the CD to stop spinning and may cause malfunction or ruin your discs.

Notes on CDs

A dirty or defective disc may cause sound dropouts while playing. To enjoy optimum sound, handle the disc as follows. Handle the disc by its edge. To keep the disc clean, do not touch the surface.

Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.

Do not expose the discs to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air-ducts, or leave them in a car parked in direct sunlight where there can be a considerable rise in temperature inside the car.

Do not use second-hand or rental CDs that have a sticky residue on the surface (for example, from peeled-off stickers or from ink, or glue leaking from under the stickers).

There are paste residue. Ink is sticky.

Do not use rental CDs with old labels that are beginning to peel off.

Stickers that are beginning to peel away, leaving a sticky residue.

Do not use your CDs with labels or stickers attached.

Labels are attached.

Notes on CD-R discs

•You can play CD-Rs (recordable CDs) on this

unit. However depending on the conditions of the recording equipment or the CD-R disc itself, some CD-Rs cannot be played on this unit.

•You cannot play a CD-R that is not finalized

(Finalization is necessary for a recorded CDR disc to be played on the audio CD player).

•You cannot play CD-RWs (rewritable CDs)

on this player.

When you play 8 cm (3 in.) CDs

Use the optional Sony compact disc single adaptor (CSA-8) to protect the CD player from damage.

Table of Contents

Location of controls ............................................. 5

Getting Started

Resetting the unit ................................................. 7

Detaching the front panel ................................... 7

Turning the unit on/off ....................................... 8

How to use the menu .......................................... 8

Setting the clock ................................................... 8

CD Player CD/MD Unit (optional)

Listening to a CD ................................................. 9

Playing tracks repeatedly

— Repeat Play ............................................... 11

Playing tracks in random order

— Shuffle Play ............................................... 11

Labeling a CD

— Disc Memo* .............................................. 12

Locating a disc by name

— List-up* ..................................................... 13

Selecting specific tracks for playback

— Bank* ......................................................... 14

* Functions available with optional CD/MD unit

Radio

Memorizing stations automatically

— Best Tuning Memory (BTM) ................... 15

Memorizing only the desired stations ............ 15

Receiving the memorized stations................... 16

Storing the station names

— Station Memo ........................................... 17

Locating a station by name

— List-up ....................................................... 18

Other Functions

Labeling the rotary commander ...................... 18

Using the rotary commander ........................... 19

Adjusting the sound characteristics ................ 20

Attenuating the sound ...................................... 20

Changing the sound and display settings ...... 21

Boosting the bass sound

— D-bass ........................................................ 21

TV/Video (optional)

Watching the TV................................................. 22

Watching a video................................................ 22

Memorizing TV channels automatically ........ 22

Memorizing only the desired TV channels .... 22

Storing the TV channel names ......................... 23

Displaying the information stored on discs ... 23 Watching the TV or video while listening to a

CD or MD

— Simultaneous Play ................................... 23

Additional Information

Maintenance........................................................ 24

Dismounting the unit ........................................ 25

Specifications ...................................................... 26

Troubleshooting guide ...................................... 27

Location of controls

SOUND

OFF

SOURCE

DSPL

LIST

SEEK/AMS

ENTER

–

MODE

Refer to the pages listed for details.

1 Volume control dial 2 MENU button 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16,

17, 21, 22, 24

Z (eject) button (located on the front side of the unit behind the front panel) 9

4 DISC/PRST +/– (cursor up/down) buttons

8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 24 During CD/MD playback:

Disc change 11, 13

During radio reception:

Preset stations select 16, 18

During TV reception:

Band select 22

5 DSPL (display mode change) button

9, 10, 12, 17

6 LIST button 12, 17

List-up 13, 18, 23

7 SOURCE (TUNER/CD/MD/TV) button

8, 9, 10, 13, 15, 16, 22, 24

8 Display window 9 OPEN button 7, 9, 25 q; D-BASS button 21 qa SOUND button 20 qs Reset button (located on the front side

of the unit behind the front panel) 7

qd OFF button*1 7, 8, 9 qf SEEK/AMS –/+ (cursor left/right) buttons

8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 17, 20, 21, 24

Automatic Music Sensor 10, 14 Manual Search 10 Seek 15, 16, 22

OPEN

D-BASS

REP SHUF

1 2 3 4 56

CDX-C7000X/C5000X/C5005

qg Frequency select switch (located on the

bottom of the unit)*

The AM (FM) tuning interval is factory-set to the 10 k (200 k) position. Make sure that the 9 k (50 k) position is selected.

qh MODE button

During CD or MD playback:

CD/MD unit select 9, 13

During radio reception:

BAND select 15, 16

During TV reception:

Unit select 22

qj ENTER button 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16,

17, 18, 21, 22, 24

qk Receptor for the card remote

commander

ql Number buttons

During radio reception:

Preset number select 15, 16

During CD/MD playback:

(1) REP 11 (2) SHUF 11

During TV reception:

Preset number select 22

Warning when installing in a car without ACC (accessory) position on the ignition key switch

Be sure to press (OFF) on the unit for two seconds to turn off the clock display after turning off the engine.

When you press (OFF) only momentarily, the clock display does not turn off and this causes battery wear.

*2CDX-C5005 only

Location of controls

Card remote commander RM-X91*

* Supplied only for the CDX-C7000X.

DISC

SOURCE

DISC

OPEN/CLOSE

ENTER

VOLATT

OFF

MENU LIST

SEEK SEEK

SOUND

DSPL MODE

Replacing the lithium battery

When the battery becomes weak, the range of the card remote commander becomes shorter. Replace the battery with a new CR2025 lithium battery.

The corresponding buttons of the card remote commander control the same functions as those on this unit.

1 OFF button 2 MENU button 3 SOURCE button 4 SEEK/AMS buttons 5 SOUND button 6 DSPL button 7 ATT button 8 LIST button 9 DISC/PRST buttons q; ENTER button qa MODE button qs VOL buttons

Notes on lithium battery

•Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor.

•Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good contact.

•Be sure to observe the correct polarity when installing the battery.

•Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers, otherwise a short-circuit may occur.

WARNING

Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of

+ side up

in fire.

Getting Started

Attaching the front panel

Place the hole A in the front panel onto the spindle B on the unit as illustrated, then push the left side in.

Resetting the unit

Before operating the unit for the first time or after replacing the car battery, you must reset the unit. Remove the front panel and press the reset button with a pointed object, such as a ballpoint pen.

Reset button

Note

Pressing the reset button will erase the clock setting and some memorized functions such as the station memo.

Detaching the front panel

You can detach the front panel of this unit to protect the unit from being stolen.

1 Press (OFF). 2 Press (OPEN), then slide the front panel

to the right side, and pull out the left side of the front panel.

Notes

• Be careful not to attach the front panel upside

down.

• Do not press the front panel too hard against the

unit when attaching it.

• Do not press too hard or put excessive pressure

on the display window of the front panel.

• Do not expose the front panel to direct sunlight

or heat sources such as hot air ducts, and do not leave it in a humid place. Never leave it on the dashboard of a car parked in direct sunlight or where there may be a considerable rise in temperature.

Notes

• Do not put anything on the inner surface of the front panel.

• Be sure not to drop the panel when detaching it from the unit.

• If you detach the panel while the unit is still turned on, the power will turn off automatically to prevent the speakers from being damaged.

• When carrying the front panel with you, use the supplied front panel case.

Caution alarm

If you turn the ignition key switch to the OFF position without removing the front panel, the caution alarm will beep for a few seconds. If you connect an optional power amplifier and do not use the built-in amplifier, the beep sound will be deactivated.

Turning the unit on/off

Setting the clock

Turning on the unit

Press (SOURCE) or insert a CD in the unit. For details on operation, refer to page 9 (CD/MD) and page 15 (radio).

Turning off the unit

Press (OFF) to stop CD/MD playback or FM/ AM reception (the key illumination and display remain on). Press (OFF) for two seconds to completely turn the unit off.

Note

If your car has no ACC position on the ignition key switch, be sure to turn the unit off by pressing (OFF) for two seconds to avoid car battery wear.

How to use the menu

This unit is operated by selecting items from a menu. To select, first enter the menu mode and choose up/down ((+)/(–) of (DISC/PRST)), or choose left/right ((–)/(+) of (SEEK/AMS)).

(DISC/PRST)

(+): to select upwards

The clock uses a 12-hour digital indication.

Example: To set the clock to 10:08

1 Press (MENU), then press either side of

(DISC/PRST) repeatedly until “CLOCK”

appears.

1 Press (ENTER).

The hour indication flashes.

2 Press either side of (DISC/PRST) to set

the hour.

3 Press the (+) side of (SEEK/AMS).

(SEEK/AMS)

SOURCE

(–): to select

leftwards

(–): to select downwards

(+): to select

SOURCE

rightwards

The minute indication flashes.

4 Press either side of (DISC/PRST) to set

the minute.

2 Press (ENTER).

The clock starts.

After the clock setting is completed, the display returns to normal play mode.

Note

In the initial setting, the clock indication appears while the unit is turned off. When the D.INFO mode is set to ON, the time is always displayed (page 21).

CD Player CD/MD Unit (optional)

When the last track on the CD is over

The track number indication returns to “1,” and playback restarts from the first track of the CD.

In addition to playing a CD with this unit alone, you can also control external CD/MD units. If you connect an optional CD unit with the CD TEXT function, the CD TEXT information will appear in the display when you play a CD TEXT disc.

Listening to a CD

(with this unit only)

1 Press (OPEN) and insert the CD.

Labeled side up

2 Close the front panel.

Playback starts automatically.

If a CD is already inserted, press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “CD” appears to start playback.

CD indication

To Press

Stop playback (OFF) Eject the CD (OPEN) then Z

Playing a CD or MD (with an optional CD/MD unit)

1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select

“CD” or “MD.”

2 Press (MODE) until the desired unit

appears.

CD/MD playback starts.

All the discs in the current CD/MD unit is played from the top.

Changing the display item

Each time you press (DSPL) during MD, CD, or CD TEXT disc playback, the item changes as follows:

Disc number*1/Track number/

Elapsed playback time

Disc name*

/Artist name*

Track name*

*1While an optional CD/MD unit is connected.

If you have not labeled the CD or CD TEXT disc (“Labeling a CD” on page 12), or if there is no disc name prerecorded on the MD, “DISC” and “NO NAME” appear in the display.

If you play a CD TEXT disc, the artist name

Elapsed playing timeTrack number

appears in the display after the disc name. (Only for CD TEXT discs with the artist name.)

If the track name of a CD TEXT disc or MD is not

prerecorded, “TRACK” and “NO NAME” appear in the display.

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