Sony CDX-F7700, CDX-F7705X Operating Instruction

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3-263-381-11 (1)
FM/AM Compact Disc Player
Operating Instructi on s Mode d’emploi Manual de instrucciones
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bot tom of the unit. Record these numbers in the spa ce provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this produc t.
Model No.
For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections manual. En ce qui concerne l’installation et les connexions, consulter le manuel d’installation/raccordement fourni. Para obtener información sobre la instalación y las conexiones, consulte el ma nua l de instalación/conexiones suministrado.
US FR ES
CDX-F7705X CDX-F7700
© 2004 Sony Corporation
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Warning
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y
Welcome !
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.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Thank you for purchasing this Sony Compact Disc Player. You can enjoy its various features even mo re with:
• MP3 file playback.
• CD-R/CD-RW which can have a session added can be played (pag e 8).
• Discs recorded in Multi Sessio n can be pla ye d, depending on the recording method (page 8).
• Optional CD/MD units (both changers and players)*
•ID3 tag*
1
.
2
version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 or 2.4 information (displayed when an MP3 file is played).
• CD TEXT information (displayed when a CD TEXT disc*
3
is played).
Supplied controller accessory Card remote commander RM-X141A
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
about album name, artist name, track name, etc.
*3 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.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this produc will increase eye hazard.
The “XM Ready” logo indicates that this product will control a Sony XM tuner module (sold separately). Please see your nearest authorized Sony dealer for details on the XM tuner module. For instructions on XM tuner operation, please refer to the XM tuner module’s included instruction manual.
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The BBE MP process improves digitally compressed sound, such as MP3, by restoring and enchancing the higher harmonics lost through compression. BBE MP works by generating even-order harmonics from the source material, effectivel
recovering warmth, detail and nuance.
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Table of Contents
Location of controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Notes on discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
About MP3 files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Getting Started
Resetting the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Detaching the front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
CD Player CD/MD Unit (optional)
Playing a disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Display items. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Playing tracks repeatedly
— Repeat Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Playing tracks in ra ndom order
— Shuffle Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Labeling a CD
— Disc Memo*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Locating a di sc by name
— List-up* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
* Functions available with optional CD/MD unit
Radio
Storing stations automatically
— Best Tuning Memory (BTM). . . . . . . 17
Receiving the stored stations. . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Storing only the desired stations . . . . . . . . . 18
Storing station names
— Station Memo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Tuning in a station through a list
— List-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Other Functions
Using the rotary commander. . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Adjusting the sound characteristics . . . . . . 21
Changing the BBE MP setting . . . . . . . . . . 21
Quickly attenuating the sound . . . . . . . . . . 2 2
Changing the sound and display settings
— Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Setting the equalizer (EQ7). . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Setting the Dynamic Soundstage Organizer
(DSO). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Selecting the display mode
and display image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Connecting auxiliary audio equipment . . . . 2 6
Additional Information
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Removing the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Error displays/Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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Location of controls
Card remote com mander R M-X141A
PTY
DSPL
REP
SHUF
1
2
BBE MP PAUSE
4
MODE
DISC
MENU
SOURCE
SEEK
SOUND
DISC
VOL
(DISC) (M):
to select upwards
(SEEK) (<):
to select leftwards
DISC
SOURCE
SEEK
DISC
(DISC) (m):
to select downwards
In menu mode, the currently selectable button(s) of these f our are indicated with a “ v” in the display.
3
5
6
EQ7DSO
CAT
LIST
+
+
SEEK
ENTER
ATTOFF
+
(SEEK) (,):
to select
+
SEEK
rightwards
Refer to the pages listed for details.
a DSPL (display mode change) button
13, 16, 22
b Number buttons
Radio: To store stations/receive store d stations. CD/MD:
(1): REP 14 (2): SHUF 15 (6): PAUSE*
Sound: (5): BBE MP*
1
12
1
21
c DSO button 24 d MENU button
To display the menus.
e SOURCE (Power on/Radio/CD/MD*
2
/
AUX*3) button
To select the source.
f SEEK/AMS (</,) buttons
To skip tracks/fast-forwar d, revers e a t rack/ tune in stations automatically, find a station manually/select a setting.
g SOUND button 21 h OFF (Stop/Power off) button
12, 26
i VOL (+/–) buttons
To turn up or down the volume.
j EQ7 button 23
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k MODE button
To change operation.
l LIST (CAT)* m DISC (ALBUM) (M/m) buttons
To receive preset stations/change the disc* skip albums*
4
button 16, 1 9
6
/select a menu.
5
n ENTER button
To enter a setting.
o ATT button 22
*1 Available only when playing back on this unit. *2 When an optional MD unit is connected. *3 Available only when an optional Sony portable
device is connected to AUX IN terminal of the unit. When you connect a Sony portable device and CD/ MD unit(s) at the same time, use the AUX IN selector.
*4 The CAT button is available only when the XM
tuner is connected.
*5 When an optional CD/MD unit is connected. *6 Available only when an MP3 file is played.
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 27.
Selecting a disc and album
Disc and album can be skipped using the DISC (ALBUM) (M/m) buttons.
,
(With this unit)
To Press
Skip albums* – Album selection
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M or m [once for each album] To continuously skip albums, press and hold either button.
(With optional unit)
To Press
Skip discs –Disc selection
M or m [once for each disc] To continuously skip disc s, press once and pres s again within about 1 second (and hold) either button.
Skip albums* – Album selection
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M or m [hold for a moment] and release. To continuously skip albums, press (an d hold) within about 1 second of first releasing the button.
*7 Available only when an MP3 file is played.
Skipping tracks continuous l y
Press once either SEEK/AMS (< or ,) button, then press again w i t hi n about 1 second and hold.
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DISC/
MODE
SEEK
PRESET
O
S
U
H
N
S
D
U
P
DISC/ PRESET
SEEK
+
OFF
DSO
D
SCRL
EQ7
E
SOURCE DSPL1S2534
The buttons on the unit share the same functions as those on the card remo te commander.
REP SHUF BBE MP PAUSE
CDX-F7705X/F7700
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OPEN
IMAGE
a 5 SEEK/AMS (.m/M>)
buttons
b Volume control dial/SOUND button
Rotate to: – Adjust the volume. – Adjust the sound settings. Press to: – Select the sound i te m s.
3 qs DISC ( ALBUM)/PRE SET ( +/–)
buttons
4 MODE button 6 DSO button 7 SCRL (scroll) button 8 Display window 9 Z (eject) button (located on the front sid e
of the unit, behind the front panel) 12
0 OPEN button 10, 12 qa Receptor for the card remote
commander
qd OFF (Stop/Power off) button* qf EQ7 button qg RESET button (located on the front side of
the unit, behind the front panel) 10
qh SOURCE button qj Number buttons qk DSPL (display mode change) button ql IMAGE button 25
* 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.
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Precautions
Notes on discs
• If your car has been parked in direct su nl i ght , allow the unit to cool off before operating it.
• Power antenna will extend automatically while the unit is operating.
Caution
While driving, do not use the CUSTOM FILE feature or any other functions which may divert your attention from the road.
If you have any questions or pr obl ems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, please consult your nearest Sony de al er.
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 p roperly. In such a case, remove the disc and wait for about an hour until th e moisture has evaporated.
To maintain high sound quality
Be careful not to splash juice or other soft drinks onto the unit or discs.
• To keep a disc clean, do not touch its surface. Handle the disc by its edge.
• Keep your discs in thei r cases or disc magazines when no t in us e.
• Do not subject di scs to heat/high temp erature. Avoid leaving them in a parked car or on a dashboard/rear tray.
• Do not attach labels, or use discs wi th st ic ky ink/residue. Such discs may stop spinni ng when used, causing a m alfunction, or may rui n the disc.
• Do not use any discs wit h l abels 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 skippi ng, 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) can not be played on this un it. Attempting to do so may damage the unit. Do not use such disc s.
• You cannot play 8 cm (3 in) CDs.
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• Before playing, clean the discs with a commercially available cleaning cloth. Wipe each disc from the center out. Do not use solvents such as benzin e, thinner , commercial ly available cleaners, or antistatic spray intended for analog discs.
Music discs encoded with copyright protection
This product i s designed to pla y back discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encode d w ith copyright protect io n are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not confor m 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
Audio CD
About MP3 files
MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3) is a standard technology and fo r m at for compressing a sound sequence. The file is compressed to about 1/10 of its original size. Sounds outside the ran ge of human hearing ar e compressed while t he 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 Rom eo in the expansion format*
2
.
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 ch ar acters 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 n a m es up to 31 character s long. Each folder can have up to 8 trees. For Joliet or Romeo in th e expansion format, make sure of the contents of the writing software, etc.
1
level 1 or
3
.
MP3 files
• Some CD-Rs/CD-RWs (depending on the equipment used for it s r ec o r di ng 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 pl ayed on the audio CD player.
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*2 Expansion format
Joliet: The maximum number of characters for album (folder) names/tr ac k (file) names that can be display ed is 32 each. Romeo: The maximum number of characters for album (folder) names/tr ac k (file) names that can be display ed is 64 each.
*3 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 tra cks on session 2. Mixed CD: In this format, data is recorded as track 1, and audio (audio CD data) is recorded as track 2.
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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 start playback. – a disc recorded with complicated tree structure. – a disc recorded in Multi Session. – a disc to which data can be added.
If you play a high-bit rate MP3 file such as 320 kbps, sound may be intermittent.
Cautions when playing a disc that is reco rded 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.)
The playback order of the MP3 files
The playback order of the folders and files is as follows:
Folder (album)
1
1
MP3 file (track)
2
2
3
3
4
5
6
6
7
5
4
7
8
8
9
Tree 1 (root)
Notes
A folder that does not include an MP3 file is skipped.
When you insert a disc with many trees, it takes a
longer time to start playback. We recommend that you make only 1 or 2 trees fo r 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 di sc: 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
Tree 4
Tree 5
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Getting Started
Detaching the front panel
You can detach the front panel of this unit to protect the unit fr om being stolen.
Resetting the unit
Before operating the unit for the first time, or after replacing the car battery or chan gi ng the connections, you must reset the unit. Remove the front panel and pres s the RESET button with a pointed object, such as a ball-point pen.
RESET button
Note
Pressing the RESET button will er ase the clock setting and some stored contents.
Caution alarm
If you turn the ignition switch to the OFF position withou t removing the front panel, t he 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 an d display remain on).
* If your car has no ACC (accessory) position on
the ignition switch, be sure to turn 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 o f the front pa n el.
1
2
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.
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Attaching the front panel
Place hole A of the fr ont 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.
A
B
x
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 (MENU), then press M or m
repeatedly until “Clock Adjust” appears.
1 Press (ENTER).
The hour indication flashes.
2 Press M or m to set the hour. 3 Press ,.
The minute indication flashes.
4 Press M or m to set the minute.
2 Press (ENTER).
The clock starts. After the clock setting is complete, the display returns to normal play mode.
Tip
When Clock mode is set to “on,” the time is displayed (page 22).
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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
(With this unit)
To Press
1
Pause*
(6) (PAUSE) Stop playback (OFF) Eject the disc (OPEN) then Z on the unit Skip tracks
–Automatic
(SEEK) (</,)
[once for each track]
Music Sensor
Fast-forward/ reverse
(SEEK) (</,)
[hold to desire d point] –Manual Search
Skip albums* –Album selection
2
(DISC) (M/m)
[hold to desire d point]
1 Press (OPEN) on the unit and insert
the disc (labeled side up).
2 Close the front pan e l .
Playback starts automatically.
If a disc is already inserted, press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “CD” appears to st art playback.
*1 Pause is available only when playing back on this
unit (when playing back on the optional unit, pause is not available). To cancel pause, press (6) (PAUSE) again.
*2 Available only when an MP3 file is played.
To skip tracks continuously, press < or ,, then press again wi thin about 1 second and hold.
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
< or , 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.
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(With optional unit)
1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select
“CD” or “MD (MS*
1
).”
2 Press (MODE) repeatedly until the
desired unit appears.
Playback starts.
To Press
Skip discs –Disc selection
Skip albums* –Album 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 un it , pr ess (SOURCE) to select “MD” or “MS.” When your desired MD unit appears in the source display, it starts to play. When “MS” or another MD unit appears in the source display, press (MODE) to select your desired MD unit, to start playback.
Notes 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) (M/m) [once for each di sc]
2
(DISC) (M/m) [hold to desired p o i nt ]
Display items
When the disc/album/track changes, any prerecorde d tit le* automatically displayed. (If the A.Scroll (Auto Scroll) function is set to “on,” names exceeding 12 characters will be scrolled (pa ge 22).)
Displayable items
Disc name*1/artist name*
Album name*
Track name*1*
ID3 tag*
Source
Disc number/ Album
4
number*
To Press
Switch display item
Scroll display item (SCRL) on the unit
*1 When pressing (DSPL), “NO Disc Name” or “NO
Track Name” indicates that there is no Disc Memo (page 15) or 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 Tag” indicates that there is no ID3 tag to display.
*4 Available only when an MP3 file is played. *5 Available only when an optional MD unit with the
MDLP function is connected, and an MDLP disc is played.
1
of the new di sc/al b um/tra ck is
3
3
3
2
MP3*4/MDLP display*
MP3: MP3 playback LP2: LP2 playba ck LP4: LP4 playba ck
Clock
Track number
Elapsed playing time
(DSPL)
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Notes
Some charact ers can not be di splayed.
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 only to version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 and
2.4.
Some characters and signs cannot be displayed (appear as “ s”). The max i mum numb er 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.
Tip
When the A.Scroll (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.
Playing tracks repeatedly
— Repeat Pla y
You can select:
• REP-Track — to repeat the current track.
• REP-Album* 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 (1) (REP) repeatedly until the desired setting appears in the display.
Repeat Play starts.
To return to normal play mode, select “REP-off.”
1
— to repeat the tracks in the
2
— to repeat the tracks in the
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Playing tracks in random order
— Shuffle Play
You can select:
•SHUF-Album* current album in random order.
• SHUF-Disc — to play the tracks in the current disc in random order.
•SHUF-Changer* 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 (2) (SHUF) repeatedly until the desired setting appears in the display.
Shuffle Play starts.
To return to normal play mode, select “SHUF­off.”
Note
“SHUF-All” will not shuffle tracks between CD units and MD units.
1
— to play the tracks in the
2
— to play the tracks in the
3
— to play all the tracks in all the
Labeling 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 16).
1 Start playing the disc you want to label
in a CD unit with the CUSTOM FILE function.
2 Press (MENU), then press M or m
repeatedly until “Name Edit ” appears.
3 Press (ENTER).
4 Enter the characters.
1
1 Press M*
desired character.
A t B t C ... t 0 t 1 t 2 ... t +
tt
*1 For reverse order, press m. *2 (blank space)
2 Press , af te r l ocating the desired
character.
repeatedly to select the
... t *2 t A
*
If you press <, you can move back to t he left.
3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the
entire name.
5 Press (ENTER).
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Tips
Simply overwrite or enter “ character.
There is another way to start labeling a CD: Press (LIST) (CAT) for 2 seconds instead of performing steps 2 and 3. You can also complete the operation by pressing (LIST) (CAT) for 2 seconds instead of step 5.
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.
” to correc t or erase a
Viewing the Disc Memo
As a display item, the Disc Memo always takes priority over any orig in al CD TEXT information.
To Press
View (DSPL) during CD/CD
TEXT disc playback
Tip
To find out about other items that can be displayed, see page 13.
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 (MENU), then pres s M or m
repeatedly until “Name Delete” appears.
4 Press (ENTER).
The stored names will appear.
5 Press M or m repeatedly to select the
disc name you want to erase.
6 Press (ENTER) for 2 seconds.
The name is erased. Repeat steps 5 and 6 if you want to erase other names.
7 Press (MENU) twice.
The unit returns to no rmal play mode.
Notes
When the Disc Memo for a CD TEXT disc is eras ed , 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.
If you have alr eady eras ed all o f the Dis c Memo , “NO Data” appears and the unit returns to normal play mode in step 4 or 6.
Locating a disc by name
— List-up (When co nnecting a CD unit with the CD TEXT/CUSTO M FILE functio n, or an MD unit)
Y ou can use this function for discs that have been assigned custom names*
2
discs*
.
*1 Locating a disc by its custom name: when you
assign a name for a CD (page 15) 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 pla yback, pr ess (LIST) (CAT).
The name assigned to the current disc appears in the display.
2 Press M or m repeatedly until you find
the desired disc.
3 Press (ENTER) to play the disc.
Note
Some letters cannot be displayed (exception: the letters stored by Disc Memo).
1
or for CD TEXT
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Radio
The unit can store up to 6 st at ions per band (FM1, FM2, FM3 , AM 1, and AM2).
Caution
When tuning in statio ns w hile driving, use Best Tuning Memory to prevent accidents.
Storing stations automatically
— Best Tuning Memory (BTM)
The unit selects the stations with the st rongest signals within the selected band, and stores them in the order of their fre q uency.
1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select
the radio.
2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the
band.
3 Press (MENU), then press M or m
repeatedly until “BTM” appears.
4 Press (ENTER).
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 fr om the one cu rrently 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.
Tip
Press M or m to receive the stations in the order they are stored in the memory (Preset Search function).
If preset tuning does not work
Press < or , to search for the station (automatic tuning).
Scanning stops wh e n th e unit receives a station. Repeat until the desired station is received.
Tips
If automatic tuning stops too frequently, turn on the Local Seek to limit seek to stations with stronger signals. For details, see “Changing the sound and display settings” on page 22.
If you know the frequency of the station you want to listen to, press and hold < or , to locate the approximate frequency, then press < or , repeatedly to fine adjust to the desired frequency (manual tuning).
If FM stereo reception is poor
Select monaural reception mode
For details, see “Changing the sound and display settings ” on page 22. The sound improves, but becomes monaural (“ST” disapp ears).
Note
If interference occurs, this unit will automatically narrow the reception frequency to eliminate noise (IF Auto function). In such cases, some FM stereo broadcasts may become monaural while in the stereo reception mode.
Tips
To always hear FM stereo broadcasts in stereo, you can change the IF Auto setting and widen the frequency signal reception. For details, see “Changing the sound and display settings” on page 22. Note that some interference may occur in this setting.
If FM broadcasts are difficult to hear, set DSO to “OFF” (page 24).
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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 < or , to tune in the station
that you want to store.
4 Press the desired number button ((1)
to (6)) for 2 seconds until “Memory” 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. Y ou can assign a name u si ng up to 8 characters for a station.
Storing the station names
1 Tune in a station whos e nam e you
want to store.
2 Press (MENU), then pr ess M or m
repeatedly until “Name Edit” appears.
3 Press (ENTER).
4 Enter t h e characters.
1
1Press M*
desired character.
A t B t C ... t 0 t 1 t 2 ... t +
tt
*1 For reverse order, press m. *2 (blank space)
2Press , af te r l ocating the desired
character.
repeatedly to select the
... t *2 t A
*
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If you press <, you can move back to the left.
3Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the
entire name.
5 Press (ENTER).
The unit returns to normal radio reception mode.
Tips
Simply overwrite or enter “ character.
There is another way to start storing station names: Press (LIST) (CAT) for 2 seconds instead of performing st eps 2 and 3. You can also com plet e t he operation by pressing (LIST) (CAT) for 2 seconds instead of step 5.
” to correct or erase a
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Erasing the station name
1 During radio reception, press (MENU),
then press M or m repeatedly until “Name Delete” appears.
2 Press (ENTER). 3 Press M or m repeatedly to select the
station whose name you want to erase.
4 Press (ENTER) for 2 seconds.
The name is eras ed. Repeat steps 3 to 4 i f y ou w ant to erase other names.
5 Press (MENU) twice.
The unit returns to n or m al radio reception mode.
Note
If you have already erased all of the station names, “NO Data” appears and the unit returns to normal play mode in step 2 or 4.
Tuning in a station through a list
— List-up
1 During radio reception, press (LIST)
(CAT).
The frequency or the nam e assigned to the current s tation appears in the display.
2 Press M or m repeatedly until you find
the desired station.
If no name is assigned to the selected station, the frequency appears in the display.
3 Press (ENTER) to tune in the station.
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Other Functions
You can also control the unit (and optional CD/ MD units) with a rotary commander (optional).
Using the rotary commander
By rotating the control
SEEK/AMS control
First, attach the appropriate label depending on how you want to mount the rotary commander. The rotary commander works by pressing buttons and/or rotatin g con tro ls.
SOUND
MODE
DSPL
MODE
SOUND
DSPL
By pressing buttons
(SOUND)
(SOURCE)
Rotate the VOL control to adjust the volume.
Press To
(SOURCE) Change the source
(ATT)
(DSPL)
(Radio/CD/MD*
(MODE)
(OFF)
1
/AUX*2)/
Power on
(MODE) Change operation
(Radio band/CD unit *
1
unit*
)
1
/MD
(ATT) Attenuate the sound (OFF)*
3
Stop playback or radio reception/Power off
(SOUND) Adjust the sound settings (DSPL) Change the display item
(For 2 seconds to scroll the display item)
Rotate and release to:
– Skip tracks.
To continuously skip tracks, rotate once and rotate again within 1 second and hold the control.
– Tune in stations automatically.
Rotate, hold, and release to:
– Fast-forward/reverse a track. – Find a statio n manually.
By pushing in and rotating the control
PRESET/DISC control
OFF
Push in and rotate the control to:
– Receive pres et st ations. – Change di scs during CD (MD) pl ayback* – Change albums*
*1 Only if the corresponding optional equipment is
connected.
*2 Available only when an optional Sony portable
device is connected to AUX IN terminal of the unit. When you connect a Sony portable device and CD/ MD unit(s) at the same time, use the AUX IN selector.
*3 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.
*4 Available only when an MP3 file is played.
4
.
1
.
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When an MP3 file is played, you can select an album using the rotary commander.
(With this unit)
To Do this
Skip albums –Album selection
Push in and rotate [once for each album] t he control. To continuously skip albums, push in and rotate (and hold) the co ntrol.
(With optional unit)
To Do this
Skip discs –Disc selection
Push in and rotate [once for each disc] the control. To continuously skip discs, push in and rotate on ce and rotate again within about 1 second (and hold) the control.
Skip albums –Album selection
Push in and rotate the control [hold for a moment] and release. To continuously skip albums, push in and rotate again (and hold) within about 1 second of first releasing the control.
Changing the operative direction
The operative direction of controls is factory-se t as shown below.
To increase
Adjusting the sound characteristics
You can adjust the bass, treble, balance, f ader, and subwoofer volume.
1 Press (SOUND) repeatedly to select
the desired item.
Each time you press (SOUND), the item changes as follows:
BASS (bass) t TREBLE (treble) t BALANCE (left-right) t FADER (front-
t
rear) SUB (subwoofer volume)
2 Adjust the level of a selected item by
pressing < or ,.
After 3 seconds, the di splay retu rns to the normal play mode.
Note
Adjust within 3 seconds after selecting the item.
Tips
When adjusting with the unit, press (SOUND)
repeatedly and then rotate the volume control dial.
When adjusting with the rotary commander, press
(SOUND) repeatedly and then rotate the VOL control.
Changing the BBE MP setting
To decrease
If you need to mount the rotary commander on the right hand side of the steering column, you can rev erse the operative direction.
Press (SOUND) for 2 seconds while pushing the VOL control.
Tip
You can also change the operative direction of these controls with the unit (page 22).
The BBE MP proc es s effec tively adds warmth and provides clear CD quality sound even from heavily compressed MP3 material.
During playback on this unit, press (5) (BBE MP) to s elect “BBE M P -on.”
To cancel the BBE MP, select “BBE MP-off.”
Note
The BBE MP fun ction is available only when playing back on this unit (when playing back on the optional unit, BBE MP is not available).
Tip
You can change the BBE MP setting only when playing back on this unit.
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Quickly attenuating the sound
(With the rotary commander or the card remote commander)
Press (ATT).
“ATT-on” appears in the display momentarily.
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
— Menu
The following items can be set:
Setup
• Clock Adjust (page 11)
• Beep — to turn the beeps on or off.
• RM (Rotary Commander) — to change the operative direction of the controls of the rotary commander. – Select “Normal” to use the rotary
commander at the factory-set position.
– Select “Reverse” when you mount the r ota ry
commander on the right side of the steering column.
• AUX-A (page26) — to turn the AUX source display on or off.
Display
• Clock (Clock Information) — to display the clock and the play mode at the same time (on).
• A.IMG (Auto Image) (page 25) — to step through the di splay i mage s of one or all displa y modes.
• Demo (Demo nstration) — to tur n t he demonstration displ ay on or off. – Select “on” to activate demonstration
display.
– Select “off” to deactivate the demonstration
mode.
• Info (Display Information) — t o di splay the display items (depending on the source, etc.) at the bottom of the display while a display image is displayed: – Select “on” to display the display items, and
by pressing (DSPL), the display item will change.
– Select “off” to not display any display items.
• Dimmer — to change the brightness of the display. – Select “Auto” to dim the displa y only when
you turn the lights on. – Select “on” to dim the display. – Select “off” to deactivate the Dimmer.
• A.Scroll (Auto Sc roll) – Select “on” to scroll automatically d isplayed
names exceeding 12 characters.
– When the 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.
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Sound
• EQ7 Tune (page 24) — to adjust the equalizer curve.
• HPF (High pass filter) — to select the cut-off frequency to “78Hz,” “125Hz” or “off.”
• LPF (Low pass filter) — to select the cut-off frequency to “78Hz,” “125Hz” or “off.”
• Loudness — to enjoy bass and treble even at low volumes. The bass and treble will be reinforced.
• AUX Level (page 26) — to adjust the volume level of connected auxiliary equip men t.
Receive Mode
• Local on/off (Local seek mode) (page 17) – Select “on” to only tune into stations with
stronger signal s.
• Mono on/off (Monaural m ode) (page 17) – Select “on” to hear FM stereo broadcast in
monaural.
– Select “off” to return to normal mode.
• IF Auto/Wide (page 17)
1 Press (MENU). 2 Press M or m repeatedly until the
desired item appears.
3 Press < or , to select the desired
setting (Example: “on” or “off”).
4 Press (ENTER).
After the mode setting is complete, the display returns to norma l play mode.
Note
The displayed item will differ depending on the source.
Tip
Y ou can easily switch among categories by pressing M or m for 2 seconds.
Setting the equalizer (EQ7)
You can select an equalizer curve for 7 music types (Xplod, VOCAL, CLUB, JAZZ, NEWAGE, ROCK, CUSTOM ) , and OFF (equalizer off). You can store and adju st the equalizer settings for frequency an d level. You can store the EQ7 setting for each s ou r c e.
Selecting the equalizer curve
1 Press (SOURCE) to select a desired
source.
2 Press (EQ7) repeatedly to select a
desired equalizer curve.
Each time you press (EQ7), the item changes.
To cancel the equalizing effect, select “OFF.” After 3 seconds, the di splay retu rns to the normal play mode.
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Adjusting the equalizer curve
1 Press (MENU). 2 Press M or m repeatedly until “EQ7
Tune” appears, then press (ENTER).
3 Press < or , to select the desired
equalizer curve, then press (ENTER).
Each time you press < or ,, the item changes.
4 Select the desired frequency and level.
1 Press < or , to select the desired
frequency.
Each time you press < or ,, the frequency changes as follows:
62Hz y 157Hz y 396Hz y 1.0kHz y 2.5kHz y 6.3kHz y 16kHz
2 Press M or m to adj ust the desired
volume level.
The volume level is adjustable by 1 dB steps from –10 dB t o + 10 dB.
Setting the Dynamic Soundstage Organizer (DSO)
If your speakers are installed into the lowe r part of the doors, the sound will come from below and may not be clear. The DSO (Dynamic Soundstage Organizer) function creates a more ambie nt so und as if there were speakers in the dashboard (virtua l speakers). You can store the DSO s etting for each sou rc e.
*3 *2
*1
*4
*1 DSO 1 *2 DSO 2 *3 DSO 3 *4 DSO OFF
1 Press (SOURCE) to select a desired
source.
2 Press (DSO) to select “1, 2, 3” or
“OFF.”
*3 *2 *1
*4
To restore the factory-set equalizer curve, press (ENTER) for 2 seconds.
5 Press (ENTER).
After the effect setting is complet e, the display returns to the normal play mode.
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To cancel the DSO mode, select “OFF.” After 3 seconds, the display returns to the 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.”
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Selecting the display mode and display image
You can select from 3 different display modes. You can also select variou s display images in Wallpaper mode (1-5), Spectrum anal yzer mode (1-5) and Movi e mode (1-3).
Note
The default setting of Auto Image mode is “A.IMG-All.” After a few seconds of releasing (IMAGE) on the unit, the unit returns to Auto Image mode. If you want to display a display image, set to “A.IMG-off” (page 25).
Selecting the display image
1 Press (SOURCE) to select a desired
source.
2 Press (IMAGE) on the unit repeatedly
to select the desired display image.
Example: Wallpaper mode
Each time you pr ess (IMAGE) on the unit, the display image ch anges as follo w s:
Wallpaper mode 1-5 t Spectrum analyzer mo de 1- 5 t Movie mode 1- 3 t normal pla y m ode
To cancel this mode, select normal play mode.
Selecting the Auto Image mode
Auto Image mode automatically steps (every 10 seconds) through the display images of one or all display modes as follows:
• A.IMG-All — to shuffle repeatedly the display
images in all display modes.
• A.IMG-SA — to step repeatedly through the
display images of Spectrum analyzer mode.
• A.IMG-Movie — to step repeatedly through
the display images of Movi e m ode.
1 Press (SOURCE) to select a desired
source.
2 Press (MENU). 3 Press M or m repeatedly until “A.IMG”
appears.
4 Press < or , repeatedly to s elect the
desired setting.
5 Press (ENTER).
To cancel Auto Image mode, select “A.IMG-off.”
Tips
During Auto Image mode, if you press (IMAGE) on
the unit, the display image will change. After a few seconds of releasing (IMAGE) on the unit, this unit returns to the former Auto Image setting.
If you set Info mode to “off,” no display items will
appear (page 22).
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Connecting auxiliary audio equipment
The unit’s AUX IN (external audio input) terminal on this unit is also used as the BUS AUDIO IN (audi o input) term i nal. You can listen to the sound from your car speakers by connecting optional Sony portable devices.
Note
If you connect an optional Sony CD/MD unit, you cannot connect any portable devices and “AUX” will not appear in the display as a source. When you connect a Sony portable device and CD/ MD unit(s) at the same time, use the AUX IN selector.
Selecting auxiliary equipment
Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select “AUX.”
Additional Information
Maintenance
Fuse replacement
When replacing the fuse, be sure to use one matching the amperage rating stat ed 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 su ch a case, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Fuse (10 A)
Adjusting the volume level
You can adjust the volume for each connected audio equipment.
1 Press (MENU). 2 Press M or m repeatedly to select
“AUX Level.”
3 Press (ENTER). 4 Press M or m repeatedly to select a
desired volume level.
The volume level is adjustable in 1 dB steps from –6 dB to +6 dB.
5 Press (ENTER).
To deactivate auxiliary equipment in the source display
1 Press (OFF).
CD playback or radio reception stops.
2 Press (MENU). 3 Press M or m repeatedly until “AUX-A-
on” appears.
4 Press , to select “AUX-A-off.” 5 Press (MENU).
To restore the indication, select “AUX-A-on.”
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Warning
Never use a fuse with an am perage rating exceeding the one supplied with the unit as this could damage the uni t.
Cleaning the connectors
The unit may not function properly if the connectors betw een the unit and the fr ont panel are not clean. In order to prevent this, detach the front panel (page 10) and clean t he 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
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.
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Replacing the lithium battery
Under normal conditions, batteries will last approximately 1 year. (The service life may be shorter, depending on the co ndi tions of use.) When the batt ery bec omes wea k, th e rang e of the card remote commander becomes shorter. Replace the battery with a new CR2025 lithium battery. Use of any other battery may p resent a risk of fire or explosion.
x
+ side up
Removing the unit
1 Remove the protection collar.
1 Detach the front panel (p ag e 10). 2 Engage the release keys together
with the protection collar.
Orient the release key correctly.
3 Pull out the release keys to remove
the protection collar.
2 Remove the unit.
1 Insert both release keys together
until t hey 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.
2 Pull the release keys t o unseat the
unit.
3 Slide the unit out of the mounting.
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Specifications
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
23.2 watts per channel minimum continuous average power into 4 ohms, 4 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 5% total harmonic distortion.
CD Player section
Signal-to-noise ratio 120 dB Frequency response 10 – 20, 000 Hz Wow and flutter Below measurable limit
Tuner section
FM
Tuning range 87.5 – 107.9 MHz Antenna terminal External antenna 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
69 dB (mono)
0.5 % (stereo),
0.3 % (mono)
AM
Tuning range 530 – 1,710 kHz Antenna terminal External antenna connector Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz/450 kHz Sensitivity 30 µV
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
(front/rear) Subwoofer output terminal (mono) Power antenna relay control terminal Power amplifier control terminal
terminal Illumination control terminal BUS control input BUS audio input or AUX IN terminal Remote controller input terminal Antenna input termina l
terminal
Tone controls Bass ±10 dB at 62 Hz Loudness +8 dB at 100 Hz Power requirements 12 V DC car battery Dimensions Approx. 178 × 50 × 178 mm
Mounting dimensions Approx. 182 × 53 × 161 mm
Mass Approx. 1.3 kg (2 lb 14 oz) Supplied accessories Parts for installation and
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 chan ge without notice.
Treble ±10 dB at 16 kHz +2 dB at 10 kHz (negative ground)
1
(7
/8 × 2 × 71/8 in)
(w/h/d)
1
(7
/4 × 21/8 × 63/8 in)
(w/h/d)
connections (1 set) Front panel case (1) Card remote commander RM-X141A
RM-X4S BUS cable (supplied with an RCA pin cord) RC-61 (1 m), RC-62 (2 m)
CDX-757MX CD changer (6 discs) CDX-T69 MD changer (6 discs) MDX-66XLP XM Satellite Radio Receiver XT-XM1 Source selector XA-C30 AUX-IN Selector XA-300
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Troubleshooting
The following checklist will help you remedy problems you may encounter with your unit. Before going t hrough the checkl ist belo w, check the connection and operating procedur es.
General
No sound.
•Press (VOL) (+) to adjust the volume.
• Cancel the ATT function.
• Set the fader control to the center posi tion 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 CD X - 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 lea d i s not connected properly.
No beep sound.
• The beep sound is c anceled (page 22).
• 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 displ ay disappears i f you press and hold (OFF). t Press and hold (OFF) again until the
display appe ar s.
• Remove the front panel and clean the connectors. For det ai ls, see “Cleaning th e connectors” on page 26.
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 connec to r.
No power is being supplied to the unit.
• Check the connect i on. 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 antenna does not extend.
The power antenna does not have a relay box.
CD/MD playback
A disc cannot be loaded.
• Another CD is alread y l oaded.
• The CD is forcibly inserted upside down or in the wrong way.
Playback does not begin.
• Defective MD or dirty C D .
• CD-R/CD-RW that is not finalized.
• You tried to play back a CD- R/ C D - RW not designed for audio use.
• Some CD-Rs/ CD - RWs may not pla y 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 th e Joliet or Romeo in the expansion format.
• The file extension “.mp3” is not added to the file name.
• Files are not st ored 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 add ed.
A disc is automatically ejected.
The ambient temp erature exceeds 50°C (122°F).
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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Radio reception
Preset tuning is not possible.
• Store the correct frequency in the memory.
• The broadcast sign al is too weak.
The stations cannot be received. The sound is hampered by noises.
• Connect a power antenna control lead (blu e) or accessory power supply lead (red) to the power supply lead of the car’s antenna booster. (Only if your car has a built-in FM / AM antenna in the rear/side glass.)
• Check the connecti on of the car antenna.
• The auto antenna will not go up. t Chec k t he connection of the power
antenna control lead.
• Check the frequency.
• When the DSO mo de is on, the sound is sometimes hampered by noises. t Set the DSO mode to “OFF” (page 24).
Automatic tuning is not possible.
• The loca l seek mode is set to “on.” t Set th e local seek mode to “off”
(page 23).
• The broadcast sign al is too weak. t Perform manual tuning.
The “ST” indication flashes.
• Tune in the frequency accurate ly.
• The broadcast sign al is too weak. t Set to the monaural receptio n mode
(page 23).
A program broadcast in stereo is heard in monaural.
The unit is in monaural reception mode.
t Canc el monaural recepti on m ode
(page 23).
Interference occurs during FM reception.
The wide mode is selected. t Set the IF mode to “IF-Auto” (page 23).
Error displays/Messages
Error displays
(For this unit and optional CD/MD changers)
The following indications will flash for about 5 seconds, and an alarm sound will be heard.
1
Blank*
No tracks have been reco rded on an MD*2. t Play an MD with record ed t racks on it.
1
Error*
• A CD is dirty or inser te d upside down*2. t Clean or insert the CD correctly.
• A CD/MD cannot pla y be cause of some problem* t Insert another CD/MD.
2
.
Failure*3 (Illuminates until any button is pressed. )
The connection of speakers/amplifiers is incorrect. t See the installation guide manual of this
model to check the connection.
FAILURE*3 (Illuminates for about 1 second.)
When the XM tune r i s connected, storing a n XM radio channel into a preset failed. t Be sure to receive the chan nel that you
want to store, then try it again.
High Temp
The ambient temperature is more than 50°C (122°F). t Wait until the temperature goes down
below 50°C (122°F).
NO Disc*
1
No disc is inserted in the CD/MD unit. t Insert discs in the CD/MD unit.
NO Magazine
The disc magazine is not inserted in the CD unit. t Insert the magazine in the CD unit.
NO Music*
2
A CD whic h is not a music file is inserted in the MP3 playable CD unit. t Insert a music CD in the MP3 playable CD
unit.
Offset
There may be an internal malfunction. t Check the connection. If the error
indication remains on in the display, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Push Reset
The CD/MD unit ca nnot be operated becaus e of some problem. t Press the RESET butto n on the unit.
*1 When the CD/MD changer is connected to the unit,
the disc number of the CD or MD appears in the display.
*2 The disc number of the disc causing the error
appears in the display.
*3 “Failure” (small case) and “FAILURE” (upper case)
are different messages.
If these solutions do not help improve the situation, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Messages
Local Seek +/–
The local seek mode is on during automatic tuning (page 17).
“” or “”
You have reached the beginning or th e end of the disc and you cann ot go any further.
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