Sony CDX-GT510, CDX-GT51W Operating Instruction

2-698-276-21 (1)

FM/AM Compact Disc Player

Operating Instructions

Mode d’emploi

Owner’s Record

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

Model No.

To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 10. Pour annuler l’affichage de démonstration (DEMO), reportez-vous à la page 11.

Serial No.

CDX-GT510

CDX-GT51W

2006 Sony Corporation

For installation and connections, see the

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supplied installation/connections manual.

Warning

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment

and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The “SAT Radio Ready” logo indicates that this product will control a

satellite radio tuner module (sold separately). Please see your nearest authorized Sony dealer for details on the satellite radio tuner module. “SAT Radio,” “SAT Radio Ready,” the SAT Radio and SAT Radio Ready logos and all related marks are trademarks of Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. and XM Satellite Radio Inc.

SonicStage and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. “ATRAC” and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

Microsoft, Windows Media,

and the Windows logo are

trademarks or registered

trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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

CAUTION

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

Warning if your car’s ignition has no ACC position

Be sure to set the Auto Off function (page 10). The unit will shut off completely and automatically in the set time after the unit is turned off, which prevents battery drain. If you do not set the Auto Off function, press and hold (OFF) until the display disappears each time you turn the ignition off.

Table of Contents

Welcome ! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Getting Started

Resetting the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Preparing the card remote commander . . . . . . . 4

Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Detaching the front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Attaching the front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Inserting the disc in the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Ejecting the disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Location of controls and basic operations

Main unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Card remote commander RM-X151. . . . . . . 6

Display items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Repeat and shuffle play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Radio

Storing and receiving stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Storing automatically — BTM . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Storing manually. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Receiving the stored stations . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Tuning automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Other functions

Changing the sound settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Adjusting the sound characteristics

— BAL/FAD/SUB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Customizing the equalizer curve

— EQ3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Adjusting setup items — SET . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Using optional equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Auxiliary audio equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

CD/MD changer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Rotary commander RM-X4S . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Additional Information

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Notes on discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Playback order of MP3/WMA/

AAC files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

About MP3 files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

About WMA files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

About AAC files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

About ATRAC CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Removing the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Error displays/Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Welcome !

Getting Started

Thank you for purchasing this Sony Compact Disc Player. You can enjoy your drive with the following functions.

• CD playback

You can play CD-DA (also containing CD TEXT*), CD-R/CD-RW (MP3/WMA/AAC files also containing Multi Session (page 13)) and ATRAC CD (ATRAC3 and ATRAC3plus format (page 14)).

Type of discs Label on the disc

CD-DA

MP3

WMA

AAC

ATRAC CD

• Radio reception

– You can store up to 6 stations per band (FM1,

FM2, FM3, AM1 and AM2).

– BTM (Best Tuning Memory): the unit selects

strong signal stations and stores them.

• Sound adjustment – EQ3 stage2: You can choose any one of 7

preset equalizer curves.

– DSO (Dynamic Soundstage Organizer):

creates a more ambient sound field, using virtual speaker synthesis, to enhance the sound of speakers, even if they are installed low in the door.

• Optional unit operation You can also control optional CD/MD changers.

• Auxiliary equipment connection An AUX input jack on the front of the unit allows connection of a portable audio device.

* A CD TEXT disc is a CD-DA that includes

information such as disc, artist and track name.

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. Detach the front panel and press the RESET button with a pointed object, such as a ball-point pen.

RESET button

Note

Pressing the RESET button will erase the clock setting and some stored contents.

Preparing the card remote commander

Before using the card remote commander for the first time, remove the insulation film.

Setting the clock

The clock uses a 12-hour digital indication.

1 Press and hold the select button.

The setup display appears.

2 Press the select button repeatedly

until “CLOCK-ADJ” appears.

3 Press (SEEK) +.

The hour indication flashes.

4 Rotate the volume control dial to set

the hour and minute.

To move the digital indication, press (SEEK) –/+.

5 Press the select button.

The setup is complete and the clock starts.

To display the clock, press (DSPL). Press (DSPL) again to return to the previous display.

With the card remote commander

In step 4, to set the hour and minute, press M or m.

Detaching the front panel

You can detach the front panel of this unit to prevent theft.

Caution alarm

If you turn the ignition switch to the OFF position without detaching the front panel, the caution alarm will sound for a few seconds. The alarm will only sound if the built-in amplifier is used.

1 Press (OFF).

The unit is turned off.

2 Press (OPEN).

The front panel is flipped down.

3 Slide the front panel to the right, then

gently pull out the left end of the front panel.

Attaching the front panel

Place the 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 disc) to operate the unit.

Note

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

Notes

• Do not drop or put excessive pressure on the front

panel and 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.

Inserting the disc in the unit

1 Press (OPEN). 2 Insert the disc (label side up).

3 Close the front panel.

Playback starts automatically.

Ejecting the disc

1 Press (OPEN). 2 Press Z.

The disc is ejected.

3 Close the front panel.

Location of controls and basic operations

Main unit

OFF

DSO

SEEK SEEK

EQ3

9 qa qd qgqs

Front panel removed

Card remote commander RM-X151

1 4

OFF

SOURCE

SEL

–

DSPL

132

465

VOL

+ –

4 5

PUSH SELECT

SOURCE

CAT BTM

RESET

ATT

MODE

GP/ALBM

DSPL SCRL

123456

wa ws

SCRL

OPEN

AUX

REP SHUF

PAUSE

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Refer to the pages listed for details. The corresponding buttons on the card remote commander control the same functions as those on the unit.

A OFF button

To power off; stop the source.

B DSO button 4

To select the DSO mode (1, 2, 3 or OFF). The larger the number, the more enhanced the effect.

C Volume control dial/select button 9

To adjust volume (rotate); select setup items (press and rotate).

D SOURCE button

To power on; change the source (Radio/CD/

MD*

/AUX/SAT*2).

E Display window F AUX input jack 10

To connect a portable audio device.

G OPEN button 5

H EQ3 (equalizer) button 9

To select an equalizer type (XPLOD, VOCAL, EDGE, CRUISE, SPACE, GRAVITY, CUSTOM or OFF).

I Receptor for the card remote

commander

J SEEK –/+ buttons

CD: To skip tracks (press); skip tracks continuously (press, then press again within about 1 second and hold); reverse/fastforward a track (press and hold). Radio: To tune in stations automatically (press); find a station manually (press and hold).

K BTM/CAT*

button 8

To start the BTM function (press and hold).

L MODE button 8, 11

To select the radio band (FM/AM); select the SAT tuner band (mode)*

; select the unit*3.

M DSPL (display) button 8

To change display items.

N Number buttons

CD/MD* (1)/(2): GP*

/ALBM*5 –/+

To skip albums (press); skip albums continuously (press and hold).*

(3): REP 8, 11 (4): SHUF 8, 11 (6): PAUS E*

To pause playback. To cancel, press

again. Radio: To receive stored stations (press); store stations (press and hold).

O SCRL (scroll) button 8

To scroll the display item.

P RESET button 4 Q Z (eject) button 5

To eject the disc.

R Disc slot 5

To insert the disc.

The following buttons on the card remote commander have also different buttons/functions from the unit. Remove the insulation film before use (page 4).

ql < (.)/, (>) buttons

To control CD/radio, the same as (SEEK) –/+ on the unit.

w; VOL (volume) +/– button

To adjust volume.

wa ATT (attenuate) button

To attenuate the sound. To cancel, press again.

ws SEL (select) button

The same as the select button on the unit.

wd M (+)/m (–) buttons

To control CD, the same as (1)/(2) (GP/ALBM –/+) on the unit.

wf Number buttons

To receive stored stations (press); store stations (press and hold).

*1 When an MD changer is connected. *2 When the SAT tuner is connected. *3 When a CD/MD changer is connected. *4 When an ATRAC CD is played. *5 When an MP3/WMA/AAC is played. *6 If the changer is connected, the operation is

different, see page 11.

*7 When playing back on this unit.

Note

If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, 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 of the card remote commander” on page 14.

For details on selecting a CD/MD changer, see page 11.

Display items

A Source B ATRAC/WMA/MP3/AAC indication C Track number/Elapsed playing time, Disc/

artist name, Album/group number*, Album/ group name, Track name, Text information, Clock

* Album/group number is displayed only when the

album/group is changed.

To change display items C, press (DSPL); scroll display items C, press (SCRL) or set “A.SCRL-ON” (page 10).

Tip

Displayed items will differ, depending on the disc type, recorded format and settings. For details on MP3/ WMA/AAC, see page 13; ATRAC CD, see page 14.

Repeat and shuffle play

1 During playback, press (3) (REP) or

(4) (SHUF) repeatedly until the desired setting appears.

Select To play

TRACK track repeatedly. ALBUM*

GROUP* SHUF ALBUM*1album in random order. SHUF GROUP* SHUF DISC disc in random order.

*1 When an MP3/WMA/AAC is played. *2 When an ATRAC CD is played.

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

album repeatedly. group repeatedly.

group in random order.

Radio

Storing and receiving stations

Caution

When tuning in stations while driving, use Best Tuning Memory (BTM) to prevent an accident.

Storing automatically — BTM

1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until

“TUNER” appears.

To change the band, press (MODE) repeatedly. You can select from FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2.

2 Press and hold (BTM) until “BTM”

flashes.

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

Storing by the setup menu

1 After step 1 above, press and hold the select

button. The setup display appears.

2 Press the select button repeatedly until “BTM”

appears.

3 Press (SEEK) +.

Storing manually

1 While receiving the station that you

want to store, press and hold a number button ((1) to (6)) 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 replaced.

Receiving the stored stations

1 Select the band, then press a number

button ((1) to (6)).

Tuning automatically

1 Select the band, then press (SEEK) –/+

to search for the station.

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

Tip

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

Other functions

Changing the sound settings

Adjusting the sound characteristics — BAL/FAD/SUB

You can adjust the balance, fader, and subwoofer volume.

1 Press the select button repeatedly

until “BAL,” “FAD” or “SUB” appears.

The item changes as follows:

LOW*

t MID*1 t HI*1 t

BAL (left-right) t FA D (front-rear) t SUB (subwoofer volume)*

*1 When EQ3 is activated (page 9). *2 When the audio output is set to “SUB”

(page 10). “ATT” is displayed at the lowest setting, and can be adjusted up to 20 steps.

*3 When AUX source is activated (page 10).

2 Rotate the volume control dial to

adjust the selected item.

After 3 seconds, the setting is complete and the display returns to normal play/reception mode.

With the card remote commander

In step 2, to adjust the selected item, press <, M, , or m.

t AUX*

Customizing the equalizer curve — EQ3

“CUSTOM” of EQ3 allows you to make your own equalizer settings.

1 Select a source, then press (EQ3)

repeatedly to select “CUSTOM.”

2 Press the select button repeatedly

until “LOW,” “MID” or “HI” appears.

3 Rotate the volume control dial to

adjust the selected item.

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

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the equalizer curve. To restore the factory-set equalizer curve, press and hold the select button before the setting is complete.

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After 3 seconds, the setting is complete and the display returns to normal play/reception mode.

Tip

Other equalizer types are also adjustable.

With the card remote commander

In step 3, to adjust the selected item, press <, M, , or m.

Adjusting setup items — SET

1 Press and hold the select button.

The setup display appears.

2 Press the select button repeatedly

until the desired item appears.

3 Rotate the volume control dial to

select the setting (example “ON” or “OFF”).

4 Press and hold the select button.

The setup is complete and the display returns to normal play/reception mode.

Note

Displayed items will differ, depending on the source and setting.

With the card remote commander

In step 3, to select the setting, press < or ,.

The following items can be set (follow the page reference for details): “

z” indicates the default settings.

CLOCK-ADJ (Clock Adjust) (page 4) BEEP

To set “BEEP-ON” (

AUX-A*

(AUX Audio) To turn the AUX source display “AUX-A-ON” (

z) or “AUX-A-OFF” (page 10).

A.OFF (Auto Off)

To shut off automatically after a desired time when the unit is turned off: “A.OFF-NO” ( “A.OFF-30S (Seconds),” “A.OFF-30M (Minutes)” or “A.OFF-60M (Minutes).”

SUB/REAR* To switch the audio output.

–“SUB-OUT” ( – “REAR-OUT”: to output to a power amplifier.

DEMO*1

(Demonstration)

To set “DEMO-ON” (z) or “DEMO-OFF.”

DIM (Dimmer)

To change the brightness of the display. –“DIM-AT” (

automatically when you turn lights on. – “DIM-ON”: to dim the display. – “DIM-OFF”: to deactivate the dimmer.

z) or “BEEP-OFF.”

z),

z): to output to a subwoofer.

z): to dim the display

ILM (Illumination)

To change the illumination color: “ILM-1” (

or “ILM-2.”

M.DSPL (Motion Display)

To select the Motion Display mode. – “M.DSPL-SA” (

z): to show moving patterns

and spectrum analyzer. – “M.DSPL-ON”: to show moving patterns. – “M.DSPL-OFF”: to deactivate the Motion

Display.

A.SCRL (Auto Scroll)

To scroll long displayed item automatically when the disc/album/group/track is changed. – “A.SCRL-ON” (

z): to scroll.

– “A.SCRL-OFF”: to not scroll.

LOCAL (Local seek mode)

–“LOCAL-OFF” (

z): to tune normal reception.

– “LOCAL-ON”: to only tune into stations with

stronger signals.

MONO (Monaural mode)*

To improve poor FM reception, select monaural reception mode. – “MONO-OFF” (

z): to hear stereo broadcast in

stereo. – “MONO-ON”: to hear stereo broadcast in

monaural.

LPF*

(Low Pass Filter) To select the subwoofer cut-off frequency: “LPF OFF” (

z), “LPF125Hz” or “LPF 78Hz.”

BTM (page 8)

*1 When the unit is turned off. *2 When FM is received. *3 When the audio output is set to “SUB.”

Using optional equipment

Auxiliary audio equipment

By connecting an optional portable audio device to the AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) on the unit and then simply selecting the source, you can listen on your car speakers. The volume level is adjustable for any difference between the unit and the portable audio device. Follow the procedure below:

Connecting the portable audio device

1 Turn off the portable audio device. 2 Turn down the volume on the unit. 3 Connect to the unit.

AUX

Connecting cord*

(not supplied)

* Be sure to use a straight type plug.

Adjust the volume level

Be sure to adjust the volume for each connected audio device before playback.

1 Turn down the volume on the unit. 2 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “AUX”

appears. “AUX FRONT IN” appears.

3 Start playback of the portable audio device at a

moderate volume.

4 Set your usual listening volume on the unit. 5 Press the select button repeatedly until “AUX”

appears, and rotate the volume control dial to adjust the input level (–8 dB to +18 dB).

CD/MD changer

Selecting the changer

1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “CD” or

“MD” appears.

2 Press (MODE) repeatedly until the desired

changer appears.

Unit number

Skipping albums and discs

1 During playback, press (1)/(2) (GP/ALBM

–/+).

To skip

Press (1)/(2) (GP/ALBM –/+)

album and release (hold for a

moment).

album continuously

within 2 seconds of first

releasing. discs repeatedly. discs

continuously

then, press again within 2

seconds and hold.

Repeat and shuffle play

1 During playback, press (3) (REP) or (4)

(SHUF) repeatedly until the desired setting appears.

Select To play

DISC*

SHUF CHANGER*

SHUF ALL*

disc repeatedly. tracks in the changer in random

order.

tracks in all units in random order.

*1 When one or more CD/MD changers are

connected.

*2 When one or more CD changers, or two or more

MD changers are connected.

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

Tip

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

Rotary commander RM-X4S

Attaching the label

Attach the indication label depending on how you mount the rotary commander.

Disc number

Playback starts.

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Location of controls

The corresponding buttons on the rotary commander control the same functions as those on this unit.

SEL

PRESET/

DISC

SOURCE

VOL

ATT

DSPL

SEEK/ AMS

MODE

OFF

The following controls on the rotary commander require a different operation from the unit.

• PRESET/DISC control

The same as (1)/(2) (GP/ALBM –/+) on the unit (push in and rotate).

• VOL (volume) control

The same as the volume control dial on the unit (rotate).

• SEEK/AMS control

The same as (SEEK) –/+ on the unit (rotate, or rotate and hold).

Changing the operative direction

The operative direction of the controls is factoryset as shown below.

To increase

Additional Information

Precautions

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

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

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.

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.

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.

1 While pushing the VOL control, press and

hold (SEL).

• 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 (3

/4 in) CDs.

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

Notes on CD-R/CD-RW discs

• 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/a CD-RW that is not finalized.

• The unit is compatible with the ISO 9660 level 1/ level 2 format, Joliet/Romeo in the expansion format, and Multi Session.

• The maximum number of: – folders (albums): 150 (including root and empty

folders).

– files (tracks) and folders contained in a disc: 300

(if a folder/file names contain many characters, this number may become less than 300).

– displayable characters for a folder/file name is

32 (Joliet), or 64 (Romeo).

• When the disc is recorded in Multi Session, only the first track of the first session format is recognized and played (any other format is skipped). The priority of the format is CD-DA, ATRAC CD and MP3/WMA/AAC. – When the first track is a CD-DA, only CD-DA of

the first session is played.

– When the first track is not a CD-DA, an ATRAC

CD or MP3/WMA/AAC session is played. If the disc has no data in any of these formats, “NO MUSIC” is displayed.

Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies

This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies 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.

Note on DualDiscs

A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side. However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is not guaranteed.

Playback order of MP3/WMA/AAC files

MP3/WMA/AAC

Folder (album)

MP3/WMA/ AAC file (track)

About MP3 files

• MP3, which stands for MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3, is a music file compression format standard. It compresses audio CD data to approximately 1/10 of its original size.

• ID3 tag versions 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4 apply to MP3 only. ID3 tag is 15/30 characters (1.0 and

1.1), or 63/126 characters (2.2, 2.3 and 2.4).

• When naming an MP3 file, be sure to add the file extension “.mp3” to the file name.

• During playback or fast-forward/reverse of a VBR (variable bit rate) MP3 file, elapsed playing time may not display accurately.

About WMA files

• WMA, which stands for Windows Media Audio, is a music file compression format standard. It compresses audio CD data to approximately 1/22* of its original size.

• WMA tag is 63 characters.

• When naming a WMA file, be sure to add the file extension “.wma” to the file name.

• During playback or fast-forward/reverse of a VBR (variable bit rate) WMA file, elapsed playing time may not display accurately.

* only for 64 kbps

Note on WMA

Playback of the following WMA files is not supported. – lossless compression – copyright-protected

About AAC files

• AAC, which stands for Advanced Audio Coding, is a music file compression format standard. It compresses audio CD data to approximately 1/11* of its original size.

• AAC tag is 126 characters.

• When naming an AAC file, be sure to add the file extension “.m4a” to the file name.

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• During playback or fast-forward/reverse of a VBR (variable bit rate) AAC file, elapsed playing time may not display accurately.

* only for 128 kbps

Note on AAC

Playback of a copyright-protected file is not supported.

About ATRAC CD

ATRAC3plus format

ATRAC3, which stands for Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3, is audio compression technology. It compresses audio CD data to approximately 1/10 of its original size. ATRAC3plus, which is an extended format of ATRAC3, compresses the audio CD data to approximately 1/20 of its original size. The unit accepts both ATRAC3 and ATRAC3plus format.

ATRAC CD

ATRAC CD is recorded audio CD data which is compressed to ATRAC3 or ATRAC3plus format using authorized software, such as SonicStage 2.0 or later, or SonicStage Simple Burner.

• The maximum number of: – folders (groups): 255 – files (tracks): 999

• The characters for a folder/file name and text information written by SonicStage are displayed.

For details on ATRAC CD, see the SonicStage or SonicStage Simple Burner manual.

Note

Be sure to create the ATRAC CD using authorized software, such as SonicStage 2.0 or later, or SonicStage Simple Burner 1.0 or 1.1.

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

Notes on the 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.

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.

Fuse (10A)

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 5) and clean the connectors with a cotton swab. Do not apply too much force. Otherwise, the connectors may be damaged.

Maintenance

Replacing the lithium battery of the card remote commander

Under normal conditions, the 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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Main unit Back of the front

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.

panel

Removing the unit

Specifications

1 Remove the protection collar.

1 Detach the front panel (page 5). 2 Engage the release keys together with the

protection collar.

Orient the release keys as shown.

3 Pull out the release keys to remove the

protection collar.

2 Remove the unit.

1 Insert both release keys simultaneously

until they click.

Hook facing inwards.

2 Pull the release keys to unseat the unit.

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.

CEA2006 Standard Power Output: 17 Watts RMS × 4 at 4 Ohms < 1% THD+N SN Ratio: 82 dBA (reference: 1 Watt into 4 Ohms)

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: 87.5 – 107.9 MHz Antenna (aerial) terminal:

External antenna (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), 69 dB (mono) Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz: 0.5 % (stereo),

0.3 % (mono)

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

Tuning range: 530 – 1,710 kHz Antenna (aerial) terminal:

External antenna (aerial) connector

Intermediate frequency: 10.7 MHz/450 kHz Sensitivity: 30 µV

Power amplifier section

Outputs: Speaker outputs (sure seal connectors) Speaker impedance: 4 – 8 ohms Maximum power output: 52 W × 4 (at 4 ohms)

3 Slide the unit out of the mounting.

General

Outputs:

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

Inputs:

Telephone ATT control terminal Illumination control terminal BUS control input terminal BUS audio input terminal Remote controller input terminal Antenna (aerial) input terminal AUX input jack (stereo mini jack)

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Tone controls:

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

Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery

(negative ground (earth))

Dimensions: Approx. 178 × 50 × 180 mm

/8 × 2 × 71/8 in) (w/h/d)

Mounting dimensions: Approx. 182 × 53 × 162 mm

/4 × 21/8 × 61/2 in) (w/h/d)

Mass: Approx. 1.2 kg (2 lb 11 oz) Supplied accessories:

Card remote commander: RM-X151 Parts for installation and connections (1 set)

Optional accessories/equipment:

Rotary commander: RM-X4S BUS cable (supplied with an RCA pin cord): RC-61 (1 m), RC-62 (2 m) CD changer (10 discs): CDX-757MX CD changer (6 discs): CDX-T69 Source selector: XA-C40 AUX-IN selector: XA-300 Interface adaptor for iPod: XA-110IP

Your dealer may not handle some of the above listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for detailed information.

US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

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.

• Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the certain printed wiring boards.

• Halogenated flame retardants are not used in cabinets.

• Cushions made from paper.

• VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink is used for printing the carton. (CDX-GT51W only)

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 power is being supplied to the unit.

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

• If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it cannot be operated with the remote commander.

t Turn on the unit.

The power antenna (aerial) does not extend.

The power antenna (aerial) does not have a relay box.

No sound.

• The volume is too low.

• The ATT function is activated, or the Telephone ATT function (when the interface cable of a car telephone is connected to the ATT lead) is activated.

• The position of the fader control “FAD” is not set for a 2-speaker system.

• The CD changer is incompatible with the disc (MP3/ WMA/AAC/ATRAC CD).

t Play back with this unit.

No beep sound.

• The beep sound is canceled (page 10).

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

The contents of the memory have been erased.

• The RESET button has been pressed.

t Store again into the memory.

• The power supply lead or battery has been disconnected.

• The power supply lead is not connected properly.

Stored stations and correct time are erased. The fuse has blown. Makes noise when the position of the ignition is switched.

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

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

• The dimmer is set “DIM-ON” (page 10).

• The display disappears if you press and hold (OFF).

t Press and hold (OFF) on the unit until the

display appears.

• The connectors are dirty (page 14).

The Auto Off function does not operate.

The unit is turned on. The Auto Off function activates after turning off the unit. t Turn off the unit.

Card remote commander operation is not possible.

Make sure the insulation film has been removed (page 4).

DSO does not function.

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

CD/MD playback

The disc cannot be loaded.

• Another disc is already loaded.

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

The disc does not playback.

• Defective or dirty disc.

• The CD-Rs/CD-RWs are not for audio use (page 13).

• The disc format and file version are incompatible with this unit (For details, refer to page 4 and 13).

MP3/WMA/AAC files take longer to play back than others.

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

The ATRAC CD cannot play.

• The disc is not created by authorized software, such as SonicStage or SonicStage Simple Burner.

• Tracks that are not included in the group cannot be played.

The display items do not scroll.

• For discs with very many characters, those may not scroll.

• “A.SCRL” is set to “OFF”.

t Set “A.SCRL-ON” (page 10) or press (SCRL).

The sound skips.

• Installation is not correct.

t Install the unit at an angle of less than 45° in a

sturdy part of the car.

• Defective or dirty disc.

The operation buttons do not function. The disc will not eject.

Press the RESET button (page 4).

Radio reception

The stations cannot be received. The sound is hampered by noises.

• Connect a power antenna (aerial) control lead (blue) or accessory power supply lead (red) to the power supply lead of a car’s antenna (aerial) booster (only when your car has built-in FM/AM antenna (aerial) in the rear/side glass).

• Check the connection of the car antenna (aerial).

• The auto antenna (aerial) will not go up.

t Check the connection of the power antenna

(aerial) control lead.

• Check the frequency.

• When the DSO mode is on, the sound is sometimes hampered by noises.

t Set the DSO mode to “OFF” (page 6).

Preset tuning is not possible.

• Store the correct frequency in the memory.

• The broadcast signal is too weak.

Automatic tuning is not possible.

• Setting of the local seek mode is not correct.

t Tuning stops too frequently:

Set “LOCAL-ON” (page 10).

t Tuning does not stop at a station:

Set “MONO-ON” (page 10).

• The broadcast signal is too weak.

t Perform manual tuning.

During FM reception, the “ST” indication flashes.

• Tune in the frequency accurately.

• The broadcast signal is too weak.

t Set “MONO-ON” (page 10).

An FM program broadcast in stereo is heard in monaural.

The unit is in monaural reception mode. t Set “MONO-OFF” (page 10).

Error displays/Messages

BLANK*

Tracks have not been recorded on the MD.* t Play an MD with recorded tracks.

ERROR*

FAILURE (Illuminates until any button is pressed.)

FAILURE (Illuminates for about 1 second.)

LOAD

L. SEEK +/–

NO DISC

NO INFO

NO MAG

NO MUSIC

• The disc is dirty or inserted upside down.*

t Clean or insert the disc correctly.

• A blank disc has been inserted.

• The disc cannot play due to a problem.

t Insert another disc.

The connection of speakers/amplifiers is incorrect. t See the installation guide manual of this model to

check the connection.

When the SAT tuner is connected, storing an SAT radio channel into a preset failed. t Be sure to receive the channel that you want to

store, then try it again.

The changer is loading the disc. t Wait until loading is complete.

The local seek mode is on during automatic tuning.

The disc is not inserted in the CD/MD changer. t Insert discs in the changer.

Text information is not written in the MP3/WMA/ AAC files or ATRAC CD.

The disc magazine is not inserted in the CD changer. t Insert the magazine in the changer.

The disc is not a music file. t Insert a music CD in this unit or MP3 playable

changer.

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NO NAME

A disc/album/group/track name is not written in the track.

NOT READ

The disc information has not been read by the unit. t Load the disc, then select it on the list.

NOTREADY

The lid of the MD changer is open or the MDs are not inserted properly. t Close the lid or insert the MDs properly.

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.

READ

The unit is reading all track and group/album information on the disc. t Wait until reading is complete and playback starts

automatically. Depending on the disc structure, it may take more than a minute.

RESET

The CD unit and CD/MD changer cannot be operated due to a problem. t Press the RESET button (page 4).

“” or “”

During reverse or fast-forward, you have reached the beginning or the end of the disc and you cannot go any further.

“”

The character cannot be displayed with the unit.

*1 If an error occurs during playback of a CD or MD,

the disc number of the CD or MD does not appear in the display.

*2 The disc number of the disc causing the error

appears in the display.

If these solutions do not help improve the situation, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If you take the unit to be repaired because of CD playback trouble, bring the disc that was used at the time the problem began.

Sony CDX-GT510, CDX-GT51W Operating Instruction

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual