Sony CDX-GT572, CDX-GT570, CDX-GT570S Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions

Manual d e i nstrucciones

3-217-494-32 (1)

CDX-GT572 CDX-GT570S CDX-GT570

To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 10. Para cancelar la pantalla de demostración (DEMO), consulte la página 10.

2007 Sony Corporation

FM/MW/SW Compact Disc Player

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.

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

This label is located on the bottom of the chassis.

Microsoft, Windows Media, and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered

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

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Other functions

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

Adjusting the sound characteristics . . . . . . . 9

Customizing the equalizer curve — EQ3 . . . 9

Adjusting setup items — SET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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 files . . . . . . 13

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

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

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

Removing the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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

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

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

Welcome !

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) and CD-R/CD-RW (MP3/WMA files (page 13)).

• Radio reception

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

FM2, FM3, MW, SW1 and SW2).

– 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 device operation You can also control optional device, such as CD/MD changers, etc.

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

Getting Started

Resetting the unit

Before operating the unit for the first time, or after replacing the car battery or changing the connections, you must reset the unit. Detach the front panel and press the RESET button with a pointed object, such as a ball-point pen.

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.

Tip

For how to replace the battery, see “Replacing the lithium battery of the card remote commander” on page 14.

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.

Type of discs Label on the disc

CD-DA

MP3

WMA

RESET button

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.

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.

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.

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

Front panel removed

Card remote commander RM-X151

This section contains instructions on the location of controls and basic operations. For details, see the respective pages. For optional device (CD/MD changer, etc.,) operation, see “Using optional equipment” on page 10. 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 Volume control dial/select button

page 9

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

C SOURCE button

To power on; change the source (Radio/CD/ AUX)* .

D Display window E AUX input jack page 10

To connect a portable audio device.

OPEN

SEEK SEEK

PAUSE SCRL

REP SHUF

PUSH SELECT

MODE

SOURCE

DSPL

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BTM

OFF

AUX

ALBM

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4 5 63

RESET

qh qjqg

OFF

DSPL

SCRL

SEL

SOURCE

MODE

132

465

ATT

VOL

–

F OPEN button page 5 G ALBM +/– buttons (during MP3/WMA

playback) To skip albums (press); skip albums

continuously (press and hold).

H Receptor for the card remote

commander

I 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).

J MODE button page 8

To select the radio band (FM/MW/SW)*.

K BTM button page 8

To start the BTM function (press and hold).

L Frequency select switch (located on the

bottom of the unit) See “Frequency select switch” in the

supplied installation/connections manual.

M Number buttons

CD:

(3): REP page 8 (4): SHUF page 8 (6): PAUS E

To pause playback of a CD on this unit. To cancel, press again.

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

N DSPL (display)/SCRL (scroll) button

page 8

To change display items (press); scroll the display item (press and hold).

O RESET button page 4 P Z (eject) button page 5

To eject the disc.

Q Disc slot page 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).

qk < (.)/, (>) buttons

To control CD/radio, the same as (SEEK) –/+ on the unit. Setup, sound setting, etc., can be operated by < ,.

ql DSPL (display) button

To change display items.

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.

M (+)/m (–) buttons

To control CD, the same as (ALBM) +/– on the unit. Setup, sound setting, etc., can be operated by M m.

wf SCRL (scroll) button

To scroll the display item.

wg Number buttons

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

* In the case of a CD/MD changer being connected;

when (SOURCE) is pressed, the connected device (“MD”) will appear in the display, depending on which device is connected. Furthermore, if (MODE) is pressed, you can switch the changer.

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.

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

Display items

A Source B Track number/Elapsed playing time, Disc/

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

* Album number is displayed only when the album is

changed.

To change display items B, press (DSPL).

Tip

Displayed items will differ, depending on the disc type, recording format and settings. For details on MP3/ WMA, see page 13.

Repeat and shuffle play

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

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

* When an MP3/WMA is played.

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

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, MW, SW1 or SW2.

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 manually

1 While receiving the station that you

want to store, press and hold a number button ((1) to (6)) until “MEM” appears.

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).

Select To play

TRACK track repeatedly.

ALBUM* album repeatedly.

SHUF ALBUM* album in random order.

SHUF DISC disc in random order.

Other functions

Changing the sound settings

Adjusting the sound characteristics

1 Press the select button repeatedly

until the desired item appears.

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.

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

z” indicates the default settings.

Customizing the equalizer curve — EQ3

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

1 Select a source, then press the select

button repeatedly to select “EQ3.”

2 Rotate the volume control dial to

select “CUSTOM.”

3 Press the select button repeatedly

until “LOW,” “MID” or “HI” appears.

4 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 3 and 4 to adjust the equalizer curve. To restore the factory-set equalizer curve, press and hold the select button before the setting is complete. After 3 seconds, the setting is complete and the display returns to normal play/reception mode.

Tip

Other equalizer types are also adjustable.

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.

EQ3

To select an equalizer type: “XPLOD” (

z),

“VOCAL,” “EDGE,” “CRUISE,” “SPACE,” “GRAVITY,” “CUSTOM” or “OFF.”

DSO

To select the DSO mode: “1,” “2” (

z), “3” or

“OFF.” The larger the number, the more enhanced the effect. When tuner is selected as the source, the default setting is “OFF.”

LOW*

, MID*1, HI*1 (page 9)

To customize the equalizer curve.

BAL (Balance)

To adjust the balance between the right and left speakers: “RIGHT-10” – “CENTER” (

z) –

“LEFT-10”

FAD (Fader)

To adjust the balance between the front and rear speakers: “FRONT-10” – “CENTER” (

z) –

“REAR-10”

SUB (Subwoofer volume)

To adjust the subwoofer volume: “+10 dB” – “0 dB” (

z) – “–10 dB”

(“ATT” is displayed at the lowest setting.)

AUX*2 (AUX level)

To adjust the volume level for each connected auxiliary equipment. This setting negates the need to adjust the volume level between sources (page 11). Adjustable level: “+18 dB” – “0 dB” (

z) –

“–8 dB”

*1 When EQ3 is activated. *2 When AUX source is activated.

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

z” indicates the default settings.

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.

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

To set “BEEP-ON” (

z) or “BEEP-OFF.”

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” (

z), “A.OFF-30S (Seconds),”

“A.OFF-30M (Minutes)” or “A.OFF-60M (Minutes).”

B.OUT (Black Out)

To turn off the illumination automatically for any source (for example, during CD playback/ radio reception, etc.). – “B.OUT-ON”*

: to turn off the illumination if

no operation is performed for 5 seconds.

– “B.OUT-OFF” (

z): to deactivate the Black Out

function.

To bring the light back on, press any button.

DEMO

(Demonstration)

To set “DEMO-ON” (z) or “DEMO-OFF.”

DIMMER

To change the brightness of the display. – “DIMMER-ON”: to dim the display. – “DIMMER-OFF” (

z): to deactivate the

dimmer.

CONTRAST

To adjust the contrast of the display. The contrast level is adjustable in 7 steps.

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/track is changed. – “A.SCRL-ON” (

z): to scroll.

– “A.SCRL-OFF”: to not scroll.

LOCAL (Local Seek Mode)

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

stronger signals. – “LOCAL-OFF” (

z): to tune normal reception.

MONO*3 (Monaural Mode)

To improve poor FM reception, select monaural reception mode. – “MONO-ON” : to hear stereo broadcast in

monaural.

– “MONO-OFF” (

z): to hear stereo broadcast in

stereo.

LPF (Low Pass Filter)

To select the subwoofer cut-off frequency: “LPF OFF” (

z), “LPF125Hz” or “LPF 78Hz.”

LOUD (Loudness)

To allow you to listen clearly at low volume levels. – “LOUD-ON” : to reinforce bass and treble. – “LOUD-OFF” (

z): to not reinforce bass and

treble.

BTM (page 8)

*1 When the unit is turned off. *2 When the black out function is activated, the unit

cannot be operated with the card remote commander.

*3 When FM is received.

* 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 Adjust the input level (page 9).

CD/MD changer

Selecting the changer

1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “CD” or

“MD” appears.

2 Press (MODE) repeatedly until the desired

changer appears.

Playback starts.

Skipping albums and discs

1 During playback, press (ALBM) +/–.

Repeat and shuffle play

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

(SHUF) repeatedly until the desired setting appears.

* 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.

AUX

Connecting cord* (not supplied)

Disc number

Unit number

To skip Press (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.

Select To play

DISC disc repeatedly.

SHUF CHANGER

tracks in the changer in random order.

SHUF ALL* tracks in all units in random

order.

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Location of controls

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

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

• ATT (attenuate) button

To attenuate the sound. To cancel, press again.

• DSPL (display) button

To change display items.

• PRESET/DISC control

The same as (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.

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).

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.

• 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.

OFF

ATT

SEL

SOURCE

DSPL

MODE

OFF

VOL

SEEK/AMS

PRESET/

DISC

To increase

To decrease

• 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 and MP3/WMA. – 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, the MP3/

WMA 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.

Playback order of MP3/WMA files

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.

Note

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

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

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

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

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.

Folder (album)

MP3/WMA file (track)

MP3/WMA

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Removing the unit

1 Remove the protection collar.

1Detach the front panel (page 5). 2Pinch both edges of the protection collar,

then pull it out.

+ side up

WARNING

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

Fuse (10 A)

Main unit

Back of the front panel

2 Remove the unit.

1 Insert both release keys simultaneously

until they click.

2 Pull the release keys to unseat the unit.

3 Slide the unit out of the mounting.

Specifications

CD Player section

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

Tuner section

Tuning range:

87.5 – 108.0 MHz (at 50 kHz step)

87.5 – 107.9 MHz (at 200 kHz step)

FM tuning interval: 50 kHz/200 kHz switchable 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:

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

MW tuning interval: 9kHz/10kHz switchable Antenna (aerial) terminal:

External antenna (aerial) connector

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

Tuning range:

SW1: 2,940 – 7,735 kHz SW2: 9,500 – 18,135 kHz (except for 10,140 – 11,575 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)

General

Output:

Audio outputs terminal (front/rear) Subwoofer output terminal (mono) Power antenna (aerial) relay control terminal Power amplifier control terminal

Inputs:

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

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, CDX-656X AUX-IN selector: XA-300 Interface adaptor for iPod: XA-120IP

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

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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

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.

tTurn 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.

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

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

tPlay back with a Sony MP3 compatible CD

changer, or 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.

tStore 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.

During playback or reception, demonstration mode starts.

If no operation is performed for 5 minutes with “DEMO-ON” set, demonstration mode starts. t Set “DEMO-OFF” (page 10).

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

• Halogenated flame retardants are not used in cabinets.

• Packaging cushions are made from paper.

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

• The dimmer is set “DIMMER-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.

The display disappears while the unit is operating.

The Black Out function is set to on (page 10).

Card remote commander operation is not possible.

• If the Black Out function is activated (no lighting), card remote commander operation is not possible (page 10).

• 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).

MP3/WMA files cannot be played back.

The disc is incompatible with the MP3/WMA format and version (page 13).

MP3/WMA 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 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). t Press and hold (DSPL) (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).

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