Sony CDX-F5500X User Manual

3-261-848-21 (1)

FM/AM Compact Disc Player AUTOESTEREO PARA DISCO COMPACTO

Operating Instructions

M an ua l d e i n st ru cc io n es

For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections manual. Para obtener información sobre la instalación y las conexiones. consulte el manual de instalación/conexiones suministrado.

CDX-F5500X

Welcome !

Thank you for purchasing this Sony Compact Disc Player. You can enjoy its various features even more with:

• MP3 file playback.

• CD-R/CD-RW which can have a session added can be played (page 7).

• Discs recorded in Multi Session can be played, depending on the recording method (page 8).

• Optional CD/MD units (both changers and players)*

•ID3 tag* information (displayed when an MP3 file is played).

• CD TEXT information (displayed when a CD TEXT disc*

• Supplied controller accessory Card remote commander RM-X115

• Optional controller accessory Rotary commander RM-X4S

*1 This unit works with Sony products only. *2 ID3 tag is an MP3 file that contains information

*3 A CD TEXT disc is an audio CD that includes

version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 or 2.4

is played).

about album name, artist name, track name, etc.

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

This label is located on the bottom of the chassis.

Table of Contents

Location of controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Notes on discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

About MP3 files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Getting Started

Resetting the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Detaching the front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

CD Player CD/MD Unit (optional)

Playing a disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Display items. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Playing tracks repeatedly

— Repeat Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Playing tracks in random order

— Shuffle Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Labelling a CD

— Disc Memo*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Locating a disc by name

— List-up* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

* Functions available with optional CD/MD unit

Radio

Storing stations automatically

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

Receiving the stored stations . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Storing only the desired stations. . . . . . . . . 16

Storing station names

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

Tuning in a station through a list

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

Other Functions

Using the rotary commander. . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Adjusting the sound characteristics . . . . . . 20

Quickly attenuating the sound . . . . . . . . . . 20

Changing the sound and display settings . . 21

Setting the equalizer (EQ3). . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Setting the Dynamic Soundstage Organizer

(DSO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Additional Information

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Removing the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Error displays/Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Location of controls

Refer to the pages listed for details.

DSO

SEEK SEEK

EQ3

BTMSENS

CDX-F5500X

BBESHUFREP

OPEN

6543

OFF

a DSO button 23 b SOURCE (Power on/Radio/CD/MD)

button

To select the source.

c LIST

button 14, 15, 18

d Receptor for the card remote

commander

e Display window f Z (eject) button (located on the front side

of the unit, behind the front panel) 11

g OPEN button 10, 11 h EQ3 button 22 i MODE button

To change operation.

j Volume control dial/Select button

Rotate to: – Adjust the volume. – Adjust settings. Press to: – Select items.

k DSPL (display mode change) button

11, 12, 14, 21

l SENS button 16

m RESET button (located on the front side of

the unit, behind the front panel) 9

n BTM button o Number buttons 21

Radio: To store stations/receive stored stations. CD/MD:

(3): REP 13 (4): SHUF 13

p Frequency select switch (located on the

bottom of the unit) See “Frequency select switch” in the Installation/Connections manual.

q OFF (Stop/Power off) button* 10, 11

* Warning when installing in a car without

an ACC (accessory) position on the ignition switch

After turning off the ignition, be sure to press and hold (OFF) on the unit until the display disappears.

Otherwise, the display does not turn off and this causes battery drain.

DSO

SEEK SEEK

EQ3

(DISC/PRESET)

(+): to select upwards

Card remote commander RM-X115

SENS

DSPL MODE

PRESET

SOURCE

–

SEEK

PRESET

–

VOL

SEEK

ATTOFF

–

(SEEK)

(–): to select

leftwards/

(DISC/PRESET)

(–): to select downwards

(SEEK)

(+): to select

SEEK

rightwards/

r DISC (ALBUM)/PRESET buttons (+/–)

To receive preset stations/change the disc* skip albums*

*1 When an optional CD/MD unit is connected. *2 Available only when an MP3 file is played.

s SEEK buttons (–/+)

To skip tracks/fast-forward, reverse a track/ tune in stations automatically, find a station manually/select a setting.

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

a DSPL button b SOURCE button c SEEK (–/+) buttons d OFF button

e VOL (+/–) buttons f MODE button g PRESET (DISC/ALBUM) (+/–) buttons h ATT bu t t o n

Note

If the display disappears by pressing (OFF), it cannot be operated with the card remote commander unless (SOURCE) on the unit is pressed, or a disc is inserted to activate the unit first.

Tip

For details on how to replace the battery, see “Replacing the lithium battery” on page 24.

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Selecting a disc and album with the card remote commander

Disc and album can be skipped using the PRESET (DISC/ALBUM) (+/–) buttons on the card remote commander.

(With this unit)

To Press

Skip albums* – Album selection

+ or – [once for each album] To continuously skip albums, press and hold either button.

(With optional unit)

To Press

Skip discs – Disc selection

Skip albums* – Album selection

* Available only when an MP3 file is played.

+ or – [once for each disc] To continuously skip discs, press once and press again within 2 seconds (and hold) either button.

+ or – [hold for a moment] and release To continuously skip albums, press (and hold) within 2 seconds of first releasing the button.

Precautions

• If your car has been parked in direct sunlight, allow the unit to cool off before operating it.

• Power aerial will extend automatically while the unit is operating.

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 condensation may occur inside the lenses and display of 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 sound quality

Be careful not to splash juice or other soft drinks onto the unit or discs.

Skipping tracks continuously

Press once (SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–) on the card remote commander, then press again within 2 seconds and hold.

Notes on discs

• To keep a disc clean, do not touch its surface. Handle the disc by its edge.

• Keep your discs in their cases or disc magazines when not in use.

• Do not subject discs to heat/high temperature. Avoid leaving them in a parked car or on a dashboard/rear tray.

• Do not attach labels, or use discs with sticky ink/residue. Such discs may stop spinning when used, causing a malfunction, or may ruin the disc.

• Before playing, clean the discs with a commercially available cleaning cloth. Wipe each disc from the centre out. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or antistatic spray intended for analogue discs.

Music discs encoded with copyright protection

This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

Notes on CD-Rs (recordable CDs)/CDRWs (rewritable CDs)

This unit can play the following discs:

Type of discs Label on the disc

• Do not use any discs with labels or stickers attached. The following malfunctions may result from using such discs: – Inability to eject a disc (due to a label or

sticker peeling off and jamming the eject mechanism).

– Inability to read audio data correctly (e.g.,

playback skipping, or no playback) due to heat shrinking of a sticker or label causing a disc to warp.

• Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star) cannot be played on this unit. Attempting to do so may damage the unit. Do not use such discs.

• You cannot play 8 cm CDs.

Audio CD

MP3 files

• Some CD-Rs/CD-RWs (depending on the equipment used for its recording or the condition of the disc) may not play on this unit.

• You cannot play a CD-R/CD-RW that is not finalized*.

• You can play MP3 files recorded on CDROMs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs.

• A CD-R/CD-RW to which a session can be added can be played.

* A process necessary for a recorded CD-R/CD-RW

disc to be played on the audio CD player.

About MP3 files

MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3) is a standard technology and format for compressing a sound sequence. The file is compressed to about 1/10 of its original size. Sounds outside the range of human hearing are compressed while the sounds we can hear are not compressed.

Notes on discs

You can play MP3 files recorded on CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs. The disc must be in the ISO 9660* level 2 format, or Joliet or Romeo in the expansion format. You can use a disc recorded in Multi Session*

*1 ISO 9660 Format

The most common international standard for the logical format of files and folders on a CD-ROM. There are several specification levels. In Level 1, file names must be in the 8.3 format (no more than 8 characters in the name, no more than 3 characters in the extension “.MP3”) and in capital letters. Folder names can be no longer than 8 characters. There can be no more than 8 nested folder levels. Level 2 specifications allow file names up to 31 characters long. Each folder can have up to 8 trees. For Joliet or Romeo in the expansion format, make sure of the contents of the writing software, etc.

level 1 or

Notes

• With formats other than ISO 9660 level 1 and level 2, folder names or file names may not be displayed correctly.

• When naming, be sure to add the file extension “.MP3” to the file name.

• If you put the extension “.MP3” to a file other than MP3, the unit cannot recognize the file properly and will generate random noise that could damage your speakers.

• The following discs take a longer time to star t playback. – a disc recorded with complicated tree structure. – a disc recorded in Multi Session. – a disc to which data can be added.

Cautions when playing a disc that is recorded in Multi Session

• When the first track of the first session is audio CD

data: Only audio CD data of the first session is played back. Any data in subsequent sessions is skipped.

• When the first track of the first session is not audio CD data: – If an MP3 file is in the disc, only MP3 file(s) is

played back and other data is skipped. (Audio CD data is not recognized.)

– If no MP3 file is in the disc, “NO MUSIC” is

displayed and nothing is played back. (Audio CD data is not recognized.)

*2 Multi Session

This is a recording method that enables adding of data using the Track-At-Once method. Conventional CDs begin at a CD control area called the Lead-in and end at an area called Lead-out. A Multi Session CD is a CD having multiple sessions, with each segment from Lead-in to Lead-out regarded as a single session. CD-Extra: The format which records audio (audio CD data) as tracks on session 1, and records data as tracks on session 2. Mixed CD: In this format, data is recorded as track 1, and audio (audio CD data) is recorded as track 2.

The playback order of the MP3 files

The playback order of the folders and files is as follows:

Folder (album)

MP3 file (track)

Getting Started

Resetting the unit

Before operating the unit for the first time, or after replacing the car battery or changing the connections, 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 stored contents.

Tre e 1 (root)

Notes

• A folder that does not include an MP3 file is skipped.

• When you inser t a disc with many trees, it takes a

longer time to start playback. We recommend that you make only 1 or 2 trees for each disc.

• Maximum folder number: 150 (including root folder and empty folders)

• The maximum number of MP3 files and folders that can be contained in a disc: 300 When a file/folder name contains many characters, this number may become less than 300.

Tip

To specify a desired playback order, before the folder or file name, input the order by number (e.g., “01,” “02”), then record contents onto a disc. (The order differs depending on the writing software.)

Tree 2

Tree 3

Tre e 4

Tre e 5

Detaching the front panel

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

Caution alarm

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

1 Press (OFF)*.

CD/MD playback or radio reception stops (the key illumination and display remain on).

* If your car has no ACC (accessory) position on

the ignition switch, be sure to tur n the unit off by pressing (OFF) until the display disappears to avoid car battery drain.

2 Press (OPEN), then slide the front

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

Notes

• 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.

• Do not drop or put excessive pressure on the front panel and its display window.

• Do not subject the front panel to heat/high temperature or moisture. Avoid leaving it in a parked car or on a dashboard/rear tray.

Tip

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

Attaching the front panel

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

Press (SOURCE) on the unit (or insert a CD) to operate the unit.

Note

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

Setting the clock

The clock uses a 12-hour digital indication.

Example: To set the clock to 10:08

1 Press (DSPL) for 2 seconds.

The hour indication flashes.

CD Player CD/MD Unit (optional)

In addition to playing a CD with this unit, you can also control external CD/MD units.

Playing a disc

1 Rotate the volume control dial to set

the hour.

2 Press the select button.

The minute indication flashes.

3 Rotate the volume control dial to set

the minute.

2 Press (DSPL).

The clock starts. After the clock setting is complete, the display returns to normal play mode.

(With this unit)

1 Press (OPEN) and insert the disc

(labelled side up).

2 Close the front panel.

Playback starts automatically.

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

To Press

Stop playback (OFF)

Eject the disc (OPEN) then Z

Skip tracks – Automatic

Music Sensor

Fast-forward/ reverse – Manual Search

Skip albums* – Albums selection

(SEEK) (–/+) (./>) [once for each track]

(SEEK) (–/+) (m/M) [hold to desired point]

(DISC/PRESET) (+/–) [hold to desired point]

* Available only when an MP3 file is played.

To skip tracks continuously, press (SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–), then press again within 2 seconds and hold.

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Notes

• Before playing a track, this unit reads all track and album information on the disc. Depending on the track structure, it may take more than a minute before playback begins. During this time, “READ” is displayed. Play will automatically start when reading is complete.

• Depending on the condition of the disc, it may not play back (page 7, 8).

• While the first/last track on the disc is playing, if (SEEK) (–) or (SEEK) (+) is pressed, playback skips to the last/first track of the disc.

• When the last track on the disc is over, playback restarts from the first track of the disc.

• If you play a high-bit rate MP3 file such as 320 kbps, sound may be intermittent.

(With optional unit)

1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select

“CD” or “MD (MS*

).”

2 Press (MODE) repeatedly until the

desired unit appears.

Playback starts.

To Press

Skip discs – Disc selection

Skip albums* – Albums selection

*1 MS: MG Memory Stick System-up Player MGS-X1 *2 Available only when an MP3 file is played.

Cautions when connecting MGS-X1 and MD unit(s)

This unit recognizes MGS-X1 as an MD unit.

• When you want to play MGS-X1, press (SOURCE) to select “MS” or “MD.” When “MS” appears in the source display, MGS-X1 starts to play. When “MD” appears in the source display, press (MODE) to select “MS,” to start playback.

• When you want to play an MD unit, press (SOURCE) to select “MD” or “MS.” If your desired MD unit appears in the source display, it starts to play. If “MS” or another MD unit appears in the source display, press (MODE) to select your desired MD unit, to start playback.

Note when playing back a disc with non-audio CD data/MP3 file

If a disc with non-audio CD data/MP3 file is inserted: – in the case of this unit, “NO MUSIC” appears in the

display, and the display becomes the clock display (CD playback stops).

– in the case of an optional MP3 compatible CD unit,

“NO MUSIC” appears in the display and playback of the next disc starts.

– in the case of an optional CD unit, which is

incompatible with MP3, the disc will play back with no sound.

Note

With an optional unit connected, playback of the same source will continue on to the optional CD/MD unit.

(DISC/PRESET) (+/–) [once for each disc]

(DISC/PRESET) (+/–) [hold to desired point]

Display items

When the disc/album/track changes, any prerecorded title* automatically displayed. (If the A.SCRL (Auto Scroll) function is set to “ON,” names exceeding 8 characters will be scrolled (page 21).)

Source

Displayable items

• Disc

number/Track number/Elapsed

playing time

• Disc name*

• Album (folder) name*

• Track (file) name*1*

• ID3 tag*

• Clock

To P re ss

Switch display item (DSPL)

*1 When pressing (DSPL), “NO NAME” indicates that

there is no Disc Memo (page 14) or no prerecorded name to display.

*2 Only for CD TEXT discs with the artist name. *3 Only for MP3 files.

Only track name/artist name/album name in ID3 tag is displayed. When pressing (DSPL), “NO ID3” indicates that there is no ID3 tag to display.

Notes

• Some characters cannot be displayed.

• For some CD TEXT discs or ID3 tags with very

many characters, information may not scroll.

• This unit cannot display the artist name for each track of a CD TEXT disc.

Notes on MP3

• ID3 tag applies to version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4.

• Some characters and signs cannot be displayed

(appear as “ *”). The maximum number of displayable characters for an album (folder) name/ track (file) is 64 (Romeo) or 32 (Joliet); ID3 tag 30 characters (1.0, 1.1, 2.2 and 2.3) or 126 characters (2.4).

• In the following cases, elapsed playing time may not be displayed accurately. – when an MP3 file of VBR (variable bit rate) is

played.

– during fast-forward/reverse.

Tips

• When the A.SCRL (Auto Scroll) function is set to “OFF” and the disc/album/track is changed, the disc/ album/track name or ID3 tag does not scroll.

• When an MP3 file is played and the album is changed, the new album number is displayed.

of the new disc/album/track is

/Artist name*

Playing tracks repeatedly

— Repeat Play

You can select:

• REP-TRACK — to repeat the current track.

•REP-ALBM* current album.

•REP-DISC* current disc.

*1 Available only when an MP3 file is played. *2 Available only when one or more optional CD/MD

units are connected.

During playback, press (3) (REP) repeatedly until the desired setting appears in the display.

Repeat Play starts.

To return to normal play mode, select “REP-OFF.”

— to repeat the tracks in the

Playing tracks in random order

— Shuffle Play

You can select:

• SHUF-ALBM* current album in random order.

• SHUF-DISC — to play the tracks in the current disc in random order.

• SHUF-CHGR* current optional CD (MD) changer in random order.

• SHUF-ALL* connected CD (MD) units (including this unit) in random order.

*1 Available only when an MP3 file is played. *2 Available only when one or more optional CD (MD)

changers are connected.

*3 Available only when one or more optional CD units,

or two or more optional MD units are connected.

During playback, press (4) (SHUF) repeatedly until the desired setting appears in the display.

Shuffle Play starts.

To return to normal play mode, select “SHUF-OFF.”

Note

“SHUF-ALL” will not shuffle tracks between CD units and MD units.

— to play the tracks in the

— to play all the tracks in all

Labelling a CD

— Disc Memo (When connecting a CD unit with the CUSTOM FILE function)

You can label each disc with a custom name (Disc Memo). You can enter up to 8 characters for a disc. If you label a CD, you can locate the disc by name (page 15).

1 Start playing the disc you want to label

in a CD unit with the CUSTOM FILE function.

2 Press (LIST) for 2 seconds.

The unit will repeat the disc during the labelling procedure.

3 Enter the characters.

1 Rotate the volume control dial to

select the desired character.

A y B y C ... y 0 y 1 y 2 ...

y + y – y

* (blank space)

2 Press the select button after

locating the desired character.

The next character flashes.

... y * y A

Viewing the Disc Memo

As a display item, the Disc Memo always takes priority over any original CD TEXT information.

To P re ss

View (DSPL) during CD/CD

Tip

Other items can be displayed (page 12).

TEXT disc playback

Erasing the Disc Memo

1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select

“CD.”

2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the

CD unit storing the Disc Memo.

3 Press (LIST) for 2 seconds. 4 Press (DSPL) for 2 seconds.

The stored names will appear.

5 Rotate the volume control dial to

select the disc name you want to erase.

6 Press the select button for 2 seconds.

The name is erased. Repeat steps 5 and 6 if you want to erase other names.

7 Press (LIST) for 2 seconds.

The unit returns to normal play mode.

Notes

• When the Disc Memo for a CD TEXT disc is erased, the original CD TEXT information is displayed.

• If you cannot find the Disc Memo you want to erase, try selecting a different CD unit in step 2.

3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the

entire name.

4 To return to normal play mode, press

(LIST) for 2 seconds.

Tips

• Simply overwrite or enter “ ” to correct or erase a character.

• You can label CDs on a unit without the CUSTOM FILE function if that unit is connected along with a CD unit that has the function. The Disc Memo will be stored in the memory of the CD unit with the CUSTOM FILE function.

Note

REP-TRACK/SHUF play is suspended until the name edit is complete.

Locating a disc by name

— List-up (For a CD unit with the CD TEXT/ CUSTOM FILE function, or an MD unit)

You can use this function for discs that have been assigned custom names*

discs*

*1 Locating a disc by its custom name: when you

assign a name for a CD (page 14) or an MD.

*2 Locating discs by the CD TEXT information: when

you play a CD TEXT disc on a CD unit with the CD TEXT function.

1 During playback, press (LIST).

The name assigned to the current disc appears in the display.

2 Press (LIST) repeatedly until you find

the desired disc.

3 Press (SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–) to play

the disc.

Notes

• Once a disc name has been displayed for 5

seconds, the display goes back to its normal playback mode.

• If there are no discs in the magazine, “NO DISC”

appears in the display.

• If a disc has not been assigned a custom file, “NO

NAME” appears in the display.

• The information appears only in upper case. There

are also some letters which cannot be displayed.

or for CD TEXT

Radio

The unit can store up to 6 stations per band (FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 and AM2).

Caution

When tuning in stations while driving, use Best Tuning Memory to prevent accidents.

Storing stations automatically

— Best Tuning Memory (BTM)

The unit selects the stations with the strongest signals within the selected band, and stores them in the order of their frequency.

1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select

the radio.

2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the

band.

3 Press (BTM) for 2 seconds.

The unit stores stations in the order of their frequencies on the number buttons. A beep sounds when the setting is stored.

Notes

• If only a few stations can be received due to weak signals, some number buttons will retain their former settings.

• When a number is indicated in the display, the unit starts storing stations from the one currently displayed.

Receiving the stored stations

1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select

the radio.

2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the

band.

3 Press the number button ((1) to (6))

on which the desired station is stored.

If preset tuning does not work

— Automatic tuning/Local Seek Mode

Automatic tuning:

Press (SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–) to search for the station.

Scanning stops when the unit receives a station. Repeat the operation until the desired station is received.

Local Seek Mode:

If the automatic tuning stops too frequently, press (SENS) repeatedly until “LOCAL-ON” appears.

Only the stations with relatively strong signals will be tuned in.

To cancel the local seek mode, press (SENS) twice when receiving FM.

Note

When receiving AM, to cancel the local seek mode, press (SENS) (“LOCAL-OFF” appears).

Tip

If you know the frequency of the station you want to listen to, press and hold (SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–) to locate the approximate frequency, then press (SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–) repeatedly to fine adjust to the desired frequency (manual tuning).

If FM stereo reception is poor

— Monaural Mode

During radio reception, press (SENS) repeatedly until “MONO-ON” appears.

The sound improves, but becomes monaural (“ST” disappears).

To return to normal radio reception mode, press (SENS) (“MONO-OFF” appears).

Tip

If FM broadcasts are difficult to hear, set DSO to “OFF” (page 23).

Storing only the desired stations

You can manually preset the desired stations on any chosen number button.

1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select

the radio.

2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the

band.

3 Press (SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–) to tune

in the station that you want to store.

4 Press the desired number button ((1)

to (6)) for 2 seconds until “MEM” appears.

The number button indication appears in the display.

Note

If you try to store another station on the same number button, the previously stored station will be erased.

Storing station names

— Station Memo

You can assign a name to each radio station and store it in memory. The name of the station currently tuned in appears in the display. You can assign a name using up to 8 characters for a station.

Storing the station names

1 Tune in a station whose name you

want to store.

2 Press (LIST) for 2 seconds.

The unit will repeat the disc during the labelling procedure.

3 Enter the characters.

1 Rotate the volume control dial to

select the desired character.

A y B y C ... y 0 y 1 y 2 ...

y + y – y

* (blank space)

2 Press the select button after

locating the desired character.

The next character flashes.

... y * y A

Erasing the station name

1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select

the radio.

2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the

band.

3 Press (LIST) for 2 seconds. 4 Press (DSPL) for 2 seconds.

The stored names will appear.

5 Rotate the volume control dial to

select the station name you want to erase.

6 Press the select button for 2 seconds.

The name is erased. Repeat steps 5 and 6 if you want to erase other names.

7 Press (LIST) for 2 seconds.

The unit returns to normal radio reception mode.

Note

If you have already erased all of the station names, “NO DATA” appears in step 6.

3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the

entire name.

4 To return to normal radio reception

mode, press (LIST) for 2 seconds.

Tip

Simply overwrite or enter “ ” to correct or erase a character.

Tuning in a station through a list

— List-up

During radio reception, press

The frequency or the name assigned to the current station appears in the display.

2 Press (LIST) repeatedly until you find

the desired station.

If no name is assigned to the selected station, the frequency appears in the display.

3 Press (SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–) to tune

in the desired station.

(LIST)

Other Functions

You can also control the unit (and optional CD/ MD units) with a rotary commander (optional).

Using the rotary commander

First, attach the appropriate label depending on how you want to mount the rotary commander. The rotary commander works by pressing buttons and/or rotating controls.

SEL

MODE

DSPL

By pressing buttons

(SEL)

DSPL

MODE

SEL

(ATT)

(MODE)

(SOURCE)

(DSPL)

Rotate the VOL control to adjust the volume.

Press To

(SOURCE) Change the source

(Radio/CD/MD*

(OFF)

)/Power on

(MODE) Change operation

(Radio band/CD unit*

unit*

)

(ATT) Attenuate the sound

(OFF)*

Stop playback or radio reception/Power off

(SEL) Adjust and select

(DSPL) Change the display item

/MD

OFF

By rotating the control

SEEK/AMS control

When an MP3 file is played, you can select an album using the rotary commander.

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Skip albums – Album selection

Push in and rotate [once for each album] the control. To continuously skip albums, push in and rotate (and hold) the control.

Rotate and release to:

– Skip tracks.

To continuously skip tracks, rotate once and rotate again within 2 seconds and hold the control.

– Tune in stations automatically.

Rotate, hold, and release to:

– Fast-forward/reverse a track. – Find a station manually.

By pushing in and rotating the control

PRESET/DISC control

Push in and rotate the control to:

– Receive preset stations. – Change discs during CD (MD) playback* – Change albums*

(With optional unit)

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Skip discs – Disc selection

Push in and rotate [once for each disc] the control. To continuously skip discs, push in and rotate once and rotate again within 2 seconds (and hold) the control.

Skip albums* – Album selection

1 To enter Album selection

mode, push in, then rotate and hold the control. Within 2 seconds, proceed to step 2.

2 Push in, then rotate

quickly and repeatedly, to skip albums one by one.

*1 Only if the corresponding optional equipment is

connected.

*2 If your car has no ACC (accessory) position on the

ignition key switch, after turning off the ignition, be

sure to press and hold (OFF) until the display disappears.

*3 Available only when an MP3 file is played.

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Changing the operative direction

The operative direction of controls is factory-set as shown below.

To increase

To decrease

If you need to mount the rotary commander on the right hand side of the steering column, you can reverse the operative direction.

Press (SEL) for 2 seconds while pushing the VOL control.

Adjusting the sound characteristics

You can adjust the balance, fader, low pass filter and subwoofer volume.

1 Press the select button repeatedly

until “BAL,” “FAD,” “LPF” or “SUB” appears.

Each time you press the select button, the item changes as follows:

LOW*

t MID*1 t HI*1 t

BAL (left-right) t FAD (front-rear) t LPF (low pass filter)* SUB (subwoofer volume)*

*1 When EQ3 is activated (page 22). *2 When “SUB” is selected (page 21). *3 The cut off frequency is adjustable to 78 Hz,

125 Hz or OFF.

*4 The volume level is adjustable between –10

and +10 steps. (Below –10, “ATT” is displayed.)

2*3

2*4

2 Rotate the volume control dial to

adjust the selected item.

Note

Adjust within 3 seconds after selecting the item.

Quickly attenuating the sound

(With the rotary commander or the card remote commander)

Press (ATT).

After “ATT-ON” momentarily appears, “ATT” appears in the display.

To restore the previous volume level, press (ATT) again.

Tip

When the interface cable of a car telephone is connected to the ATT lead, the unit decreases the volume automatically when a telephone call comes in (Telephone ATT function).

Changing the sound and display settings

The following items can be set:

• REAR/SUB* REAR or SUB. – Select “REAR” to output to a power amplifier. – Select “SUB” to output to a subwoofer.

• A.SCRL (Auto Scroll)*

• M.DSPL (Motion Display) — to turn the motion display on or off. – Select “ON” to activate the motion display

(the moving pattern appears in the display).

– Select “OFF” to deactivate the motion display.

•DEMO* on or off. – Select “ON” to activate the demonstration

display (The demonstration starts about 10 seconds after the unit is turned off).

– Select “OFF” to deactivate the

demonstration display.

•BEEP*

• DIM — to change the brightness of the display. – Select “ON” to dim the display. – Select “OFF” to deactivate the Dimmer.

— to switch the audio output

(page 12).

— to turn the demonstration display

— to turn the beeps on or off.

Switching the REAR/SUB*

Press the select button and then rotate the volume control dial.

After 3 seconds, the display returns to normal play mode.

Selecting the desired item

Press the select button and the desired button simultaneously.

select button + (3): A.SCRL*

select button + (4): M.DSPL

select button + (4): DEMO*

select button + (6): BEEP*

select button + (DSPL): DIM

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

To cancel the item, press the select button and the desired button simultaneously again.

*1 When the unit is turned off. *2 When CD or MD is played. *3 The beep sound is output only when the built-in

amplifier is used.

Setting the equalizer (EQ3)

You can select an equalizer curve for 7 music types (XPLOD, VOCAL, CLUB, JAZZ, NEW AGE, ROCK, CUSTOM and OFF (equalizer OFF)). You can store a different equalizer setting for each source.

Selecting the equalizer curve

1 Press (SOURCE) to select a source

(Radio, CD or MD).

2 Press (EQ3) repeatedly to select the

desired equalizer curve.

Each time you press (EQ3), the item changes.

To cancel the equalizing effect, select “OFF.”

Adjusting the equalizer curve

You can store and adjust the equalizer settings for different tone ranges.

1 Press (SOURCE) to select a source

(Radio, CD or MD).

2 Press (EQ3) repeatedly to select the

desired equalizer curve.

3 Adjusting the equalizer curve.

1Press the select button repeatedly

to select the desired tone range.

Each time you press the select button, the tone range changes.

LOW t MID t HI (t BAL t FAD t LPF t SUB)

2Rotate the volume control dial to

adjust to the desired volume level.

The volume level is adjustable by 1 dB steps from –10 dB to +10 dB.

3Repeat step 1 and 2 to adjust the

equalizer curve.

To restore the factory-set equalizer curve, press the select button for 2 seconds.

Note

When EQ3 is set to “OFF,” you cannot adjust the equalizer curve settings.

Setting the Dynamic Soundstage Organizer (DSO)

If your speakers are installed into the lower part of the doors, the sound will come from below and may not be clear. The DSO (Dynamic Soundstage Organizer) function creates a more ambient sound as if there were speakers above the dashboard (virtual speakers). You can store the DSO setting for each source.

DSO mode and image of virtual speakers

*3 *2 *1

Additional Information

Maintenance

Fuse replacement

When replacing the fuse, be sure to use one matching the amperage rating stated on the original fuse. If the fuse blows, check the power connection and replace the fuse. If the fuse blows again after replacement, there may be an internal malfunction. In such a case, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

*1 DSO-1 *2 DSO-2 *3 DSO-3 *4 DSO-OFF

1 Press (SOURCE) to select a source

(Radio, CD or MD).

2 Press (DSO) repeatedly until the

desired DSO setting appears.

Each time you press (DSO), the DSO setting changes.

To cancel the DSO function, select “DSOOFF.” After 3 seconds, the display returns to normal play mode.

Notes

• Depending on the type of car interior or type of music, DSO may not have a desirable effect.

• If FM broadcasts are difficult to hear, set DSO to “OFF.”

Fuse (10 A)

Warning

Never use a fuse with an amperage rating exceeding the one supplied with the unit as this could damage the unit.

Cleaning the connectors

The unit may not function properly if the connectors between the unit and the front panel are not clean. In order to prevent this, detach the front panel (page 10) and clean the connectors with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol. Do not apply too much force. Otherwise, the connectors may be damaged.

Main unit

Back of the front panel

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Notes

• For safety, turn off the ignition before cleaning the connectors, and remove the key from the ignition switch.

• Never touch the connectors directly with your fingers or with any metal device.

Replacing the lithium battery

Under normal conditions, battery will last approximately 1 year. (The service life may be shorter, depending on the conditions of use.) When the battery becomes weak, the range of the card remote commander becomes shorter. Replace the battery with a new CR2025 lithium battery. Use of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

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Removing the unit

1 Remove the protection collar.

1Detach the front panel (page 10). 2Engage the release keys together

with the protection collar.

Orient the release key correctly.

3Pull out the release keys to remove

the protection collar.

2 Remove the unit.

1Insert both release keys together

until they click.

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 in fire.

Face the hook inwards.

2Pull the release keys to unseat the

unit.

3Slide the unit out of the mounting.

Specifications

CD Player section

Signal-to-noise ratio 120 dB Frequency response 10 – 20,000 Hz Wow and flutter Below measurable limit

Tuner section

Tuning range FM tuning interval:

Aerial terminal External aerial connector Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz/450 kHz Usable sensitivity 9 dBf Selectivity 75 dB at 400 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio 67 dB (stereo),

Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz

Separation 35 dB at 1 kHz Frequency response 30 – 15,000 Hz

50 kHz/200 kHz switchable

87.5 – 108.0 MHz (at 50 kHz step)

87.5 – 107.9 MHz (at 200 kHz step)

69 dB (mono)

0.5 % (stereo),

0.3 % (mono)

Tuning range AM tuning interval:

Aerial terminal External aerial connector Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz/450 kHz Sensitivity 30 µV

9 kHz/10 kHz switchable 531 – 1,602 kHz (at 9 kHz step) 530 – 1,710 kHz (at 10 kHz step)

Power amplifier section

Outputs Speaker outputs

Speaker impedance 4 – 8 ohms Maximum power output 52 W × 4 (at 4 ohms)

(sure seal connectors)

General

Outputs Audio output terminals

Inputs Telephone ATT control

Tone controls Low:

Power requirements 12 V DC car battery

Dimensions Approx. 178 × 50 × 177 mm

Mounting dimensions Approx. 182 × 53 × 161 mm

Mass Approx. 1.2 kg Supplied accessories Card remote commander

Optional accessories Rotary commander

Optional equipment CD changer (10 discs)

Note

This unit cannot be connected to a digital preamplifier or an equalizer which is Sony BUS system compatible.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

(front, rear/sub switchable) Power aerial relay control terminal Power amplifier control terminal

terminal Remote controller input terminal BUS control input terminal BUS audio input terminal Aerial input terminal

±10 dB at 60 Hz (XPLOD) Mid: ±10 dB at 1 kHz (XPLOD) High: ±10 dB at 10 kHz (XPLOD)

(negative earth)

(w/h/d)

RM-X115 Parts for installation and connections (1 set) Front panel case (1)

RM-X4S BUS cable (supplied with an RCA pin cord) RC-61 (1 m), RC-62 (2 m)

CDX-757MX, CDX-656X CD changer (6 discs) CDX-T70MX MD changer (6 discs) MDX-66XLP DVD Changer DVX-100S Source selector XA-C30 AUX-IN Selector XA-300

Troubleshooting

The following checklist will help you remedy problems you may encounter with your unit. Before going through the checklist below, check the connection and operating procedures.

General

No sound.

• Rotate the volume control dial to adjust the volume.

• Cancel the ATT function.

• Set the fader control to the centre position for a 2-speaker system.

• You tried to play back MP3 files with an optional CD unit which is incompatible with MP3. t Play back with a Sony MP3 compatible

CD unit, such as the CDX-757MX.

The contents of the memory have been erased.

• The RESET button has been pressed. t Store again into the memory.

• The power lead or battery has been disconnected.

• The power connecting lead is not connected properly.

No beep sound.

• The beep sound is cancelled (page 21).

• An optional power amplifier is connected and you are not using the built-in amplifier.

The display disappears from/does not appear in the display window.

• The display disappears if you press and hold (OFF). t Press and hold (OFF) again until the

display appears.

• Remove the front panel and clean the connectors. For details, see “Cleaning the connectors” on page 23.

Stored stations and correct time are erased. The fuse has blown. Makes noise when the ignition key is in the ON, ACC, or OFF position.

The leads are not matched correctly with the car’s accessory power connector.

No power is being supplied to the unit.

• Check the connection. If everything is in order, check the fuse.

• The car does not have an ACC position. t Press (SOURCE) (or insert a disc) to turn

on the unit.

The power is continuously supplied to the unit.

The car does not have an ACC position.

The power aerial does not extend.

The power aerial does not have a relay box.

CD/MD playback

A disc cannot be loaded.

• Another CD is already loaded.

• The CD has been forcibly inserted upside down or in the wrong way.

Playback does not begin.

• Defective MD or dirty CD.

• CD-R/CD-RW that is not finalized.

• You tried to play back a CD-R/CD-RW not designed for audio use.

• Some CD-Rs/CD-RWs may not play due to its recording equipment or the disc condition.

MP3 files cannot be played back.

• Recording was not performed according to the ISO 9660 level 1 or level 2 format, or the Joliet or Romeo in the expansion format.

• The file extension “.MP3” is not added to the file name.

• Files are not stored in MP3 format.

MP3 files take longer to play back than others.

The following discs take a longer time to start playback. – a disc recorded with complicated tree

structure.

– a disc recorded in Multi Session. – a disc to which data can be added.

A disc is automatically ejected.

The ambient temperature exceeds 50°C.

The operation buttons do not function. CD will not be ejected.

Press the RESET button.

The sound skips from vibration.

• The unit is installed at an angle of more than 45°.

• The unit is not installed in a sturdy part of the car.

The sound skips.

Dirty or defective disc.

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