SONY CDX-GT930 User Manual [fr]
Player Disc Compact FM/MW/LW
4-122-158-41 (1)
FM/MW/LW
Compact Disc Player
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To cancel the demonstration (Demo) display, see page 6.
Zum Deaktivieren der Demo-Anzeige (Demo) schlagen Sie bitte auf Seite 6 nach. Pour annuler la demonstration (Demo), reportez-vous a la page 6.
Per annullare la dimostrazione (Demo), vedere pagina 6. Om de demonstratie (Demo) te annuleren, zie pagina 6.
CDX-GT930UI
©2009 Sony Corporation
For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections manual.
This label is located on the bottom of the chassis.
Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU Directives
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Applicable accessory: Remote commander
Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources.
In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries.
For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
ZAPPIN is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Windows Media, and the
Windows logo are trademarks
or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
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Content providers are using the digital rights management technology for Windows Media contained in this device (“WM-DRM”) to protect the integrity of their content (“Secure Content”) so that their intellectual property, including copyright, in such content is not misappropriated.
This device uses WM-DRM software to play Secure Content (“WM-DRM Software”). If the security of the WM-DRM Software in this device has been compromised, owners of Secure Content (“Secure Content Owners”) may request that Microsoft revoke the WM-DRM Software’s right to acquire new licenses to copy, display and/or play Secure Content. Revocation does not alter the WM-DRM Software’s ability to play unprotected content. A list of revoked WM-DRM Software is sent to your device whenever you download a license for Secure Content from the Internet or from a PC. Microsoft may, in conjunction with such license, also download revocation lists onto your device on behalf of Secure Content Owners.
Warning if your car’s ignition has no ACC position
Be sure to set the Auto Off function (page 22). 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.
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Table of Contents
Getting Started
Playable discs on this unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Resetting the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Canceling the DEMO mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Preparing the card remote commander . . . . . . . 6 Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Detaching the front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Attaching the front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Adjusting the angle of the front panel . . . . . . . . 7
Location of controls and basic operations
Main unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Card remote commander RM-X174 . . . . . . 10 Searching for a track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Searching a track by name
— Quick-BrowZer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Searching a track by listening to track passages
— ZAPPIN™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Radio
Storing and receiving stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Storing automatically — BTM . . . . . . . . . . 13 Storing manually. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Receiving the stored stations . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Tuning automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Receiving a station through a list
— LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 RDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Setting AF and TA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Selecting PTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Setting CT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
CD
Playing a disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Display items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Shuffle play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
USB devices
Playing back a USB device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Display items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Repeat and shuffle play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
iPod
Playing back iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Display items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Setting the play mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Repeat and shuffle play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Operating an iPod directly
— Passenger control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Other functions
Changing the sound settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Adjusting the sound characteristics . . . . . . 20 Customizing the equalizer curve
— EQ3 Parametric Tune . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Adjusting setup items — MENU . . . . . . . . . . 22 Using optional equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Auxiliary audio equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 CD changer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Rotary commander RM-X4S . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Additional Information
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Notes on discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Playback order of MP3/WMA/
AAC files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 About iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Removing the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Error displays/Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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Support site
If you have any questions or for the latest support information on this product, please visit the web site below:
http://support.sony-europe.com
Provides information on:
•Models and manufacturers of compatible digital audio players
•Supported MP3/WMA/AAC files
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Getting Started
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Playable discs on this unit
This unit can play CD-DA (also containing CD TEXT) and CD-R/CD-RW (MP3/WMA/AAC files (page 25)).
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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 (page 6) and press the RESET button (page 8) with a pointed object, such as a ball-point pen.
Note
Pressing the RESET button will erase the clock setting and some stored contents.
Canceling the DEMO mode
You can cancel the demonstration display which appears during turning off.
1Press and hold the multi way encoder.
The setup display appears.
2Rotate the multi way encoder until “Demo” appears, then press it.
3Rotate the multi way encoder to select “off.”
4Press and hold the multi way encoder.
The setup is complete and the display returns to normal play/reception mode.
Preparing the card remote commander
Remove the insulation film.
Tip
For how to replace the battery, see page 26.
Setting the clock
The clock uses a 24-hour digital indication.
1Press and hold the multi way encoder.
2Rotate the multi way encoder until “Clock Adjust” appears, then press it.
The clock adjustment display appears.
3Rotate the multi way encoder to set the hour and minute.
To move the digital indication, push the multi way encoder left/right.
4After setting the minute, press the multi way encoder.
The clock starts.
Tip
You can set the clock automatically with the RDS feature (page 15).
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.
1Press (OFF).
The unit is turned off.
2Press 
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The left side of front panel is released.
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3Slide the front panel to the left, then gently pull out the front panel towards you.
(OFF)
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.
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Note
Do not put anything on the inner surface of the front panel.
Adjusting the angle of the front panel
(ANGLE)
1Press and hold (ANGLE).
“Angle Adjust” will appear in the display.
2Press (ANGLE) repeatedly until the front panel is angled accordingly.
The front panel can be set to 3 positions.
3Press any button on the unit except
(ANGLE).
The display returns to normal reception mode.
If no button is pressed for 30 seconds, the display returns to normal reception mode.
Tips
•After the front panel slides down (to insert the disc), it returns to the position you set again automatically.
•The front panel angle you set is stored in the unit. When turning the ignition off, the angle returns to its default position, then turning the ignition on, the front panel is angled you set.
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Location of controls and basic operations
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This section contains instructions on the location of controls and basic operations. For details, see the respective pages.
The corresponding buttons on the card remote commander control the same functions as those on the unit.
ASOURCE button
To power on; change the source (Radio/CD/ USB/AUX)*1.
B 
(BACK) button page 12
To return to the previous display.
CSHUF/ZAP button page 13, 16, 18, 19, 23
To enter Shuffle mode (press); enter ZAPPIN™ mode (press and hold).
DOFF button
To power off; stop the source.
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(BROWSE) button page 12
To list up (Radio); enter the Quick-BrowZer mode (CD/USB/iPod).
F Multi way encoder
Rotate to: Adjust the volume/select a menu item.
Push up/down/left/right to: Select a menu item.
Press to: Enter sound setting/apply a setting. Press and hold to: Enter menu.
CD/USB:
Push up/down to:
–Skip albums (push)*2.
–Skip albums continuously (push and hold)*2.
Push left/right to:
–Skip tracks (push).
–Skip tracks continuously (push, then push again within about 2 seconds and hold).
–Reverse/fast-forward a track (push and hold).
Radio:
Push up/down to:
–Receive stored station. Push left/right to:
–Tune in stations automatically (push).
–Find a station manually (push and hold).
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GDisc slot page 16
To insert the disc.
H Display window
IReceptor for the card remote commander
J 
(front panel release) button page 6
KMODE button page 13, 19, 20
Press to: Select the radio band (FM/MW/ LW)*1/select the play mode of iPod.
Press and hold to: Enter/cancel the passenger control.
LAF (Alternative Frequencies)/
TA (Traffic Announcement) button page 15
To set AF and TA in RDS.
MDSPL (display)/PTY (Program Type) button page 16, 17, 19
To change display items/select PTY in RDS.
N RESET button page 6
OZ (eject)/ANGLE button page 7
To eject the disc/slide down the front panel (press); angle the front panel in 3 positions (press and hold).
*1 In the case of a CD changer being connected; when (SOURCE) is pressed, “CD” and the unit number will appear in the display. Furthermore, if (MODE) is pressed, you can switch the changer.
*2 When an MP3/WMA/AAC is played.
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Remove the insulation film before use (page 6).
AOFF button
To power off; stop the source.
BSOURCE button
To power on; change the source (Radio/CD/ USB/AUX).
C</, (SEEK –/+) buttons
The same as pushing the multi way encoder left/right on the unit.
Setup, sound setting, etc., can be operated by
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DMENU button
To enter menu.
EENTER button
To apply a setting.
FDSPL (display)/PTY (Program Type) button
To change display items/select PTY in RDS.
GVOL (volume) +/– button
To adjust volume.
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HATT (attenuate) button
To attenuate the sound. To cancel, press again.
ISOUND button
To enter sound setting.
JMODE button
Press to: Select the radio band (FM/MW/ LW)/select the play mode of iPod.
Press and hold to: Enter/cancel the passenger control.
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(BROWSE) button
To list up (Radio); enter the Quick-BrowZer mode (CD/USB/iPod).
LM/m (+/–) buttons
The same as pushing the multi way encoder up/down on the unit.
Setup, sound setting, etc., can be operated by
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MSCRL (scroll) button
To scroll the display item.
NNumber buttons
CD/USB:
(1): REP page 16, 18
(2): SHUF page 16, 18
(6): PAUSE
To pause playback. To cancel, press again.
Radio:
To receive stored stations (press); store stations (press and hold).
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.
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Searching for a track
Searching a track by name
— Quick-BrowZer
You can search for a track in a CD, USB device or iPod easily by category.
(BROWSE) Multi way encoder
SHUF/
ZAP
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SOURCE
MODE
AF/TA
DSPL/
PTY
(BACK)
1Press 
(BROWSE).
The unit enters the Quick-BrowZer mode, and the list of search categories appears.
2Rotate the multi way encoder to select the desired search category, then press it to confirm.
3Repeat step 2 until the desired track is selected.
Playback starts.
To return to the previous display
Press
(BACK).
To exit the Quick-BrowZer mode
Press 
(BROWSE).
Note
When entering the Quick-BrowZer mode, the repeat/ shuffle setting is canceled.
Searching by skip items
— Jump mode
When many items are in a category, you can search the desired item quickly.
1Push the multi way encoder right, in QuickBrowZer mode.
The following display appears.
A B
C
A Current item number
B Total item number in the current layer C Item name
Then the item name will appear.
2Rotate the multi way encoder to select the desired item, or one near the desired item. It skips in steps of 10% of the total item number.
3Press the multi way encoder.
The display returns to the Quick-BrowZer mode and the selected item appears.
4Rotate the multi way encoder to select the desired item and press it.
Playback starts if the selected item is a track.
To cancel Jump mode
Press 
(BACK) or push the multi way encoder left.
Searching a track by listening to track passages — ZAPPIN™
While playing back short track passages in a CD, USB device or iPod in sequence, you can search for a track you want to listen to.
ZAPPIN mode is suitable for searching for a track in shuffle or shuffle repeat mode.
SHUF/ZAP Multi way encoder
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MODE
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DSPL/
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1Press and hold (SHUF/ZAP) during playback.
After “ZAPPIN” appears in the display, playback starts from a passage of the next track.
The passage is played for the set time, then a click sounds and the next passage starts.
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The part of each track to playback in ZAPPIN mode.
2Press the multi way encoder or press and hold (SHUF/ZAP) when a track you want to listen is played back.
The track that you select returns to normal play mode from the beginning.
To search a track by ZAPPIN mode again, repeat steps 1 and 2.
Tips
•You can select the playback time from about 6 seconds/9 seconds/30 seconds (page 22).You cannot select the passage of the track to playback.
•Push the multi way encoder left/right in ZAPPIN mode to skip a track.
•Push the multi way encoder up/down in ZAPPIN mode to skip album.
•Pressing 
(BACK) also confirms a track to playback.
Radio
Storing and receiving stations
Caution
When tuning in stations while driving, use Best Tuning Memory (BTM) to prevent an accident.
Storing automatically — BTM
1Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until
“TUNER” appears.
To change the band, press (MODE) repeatedly. You can select from FM1, FM2, FM3, MW or LW.
2Press and hold the multi way encoder.
3Rotate the multi way encoder until “BTM” appears, then press it.
The unit stores stations in order of frequency in the preset list.
A beep sounds when the setting is stored.
Storing manually
1While receiving the station that you
want to store, push 
(BROWSE).
The preset list appears.
2Rotate the multi way encoder to select the preset number.
3Push and hold the multi way encoder until “MEM” appears.
(with the card remote commander)
1While 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
1Select the band, then push the multi way encoder up/down.
(with the card remote commander)
1Select the band, then press a number button ((1) to (6)).
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Tuning automatically
1Select the band, then push the multi way encoder left/right 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, push and hold the multi way encoder left/right to quickly locate the approximate frequency, then push the multi way encoder left/right repeatedly to fine adjust to the desired frequency (manual tuning).
RDS
Overview
FM stations with Radio Data System (RDS) service send inaudible digital information along with the regular radio program signal.
Display items
A B C
Receiving a station through a list
— LIST
You can list up the frequency.
1Select the band, then push 
(BROWSE).
The preset list appears.
2Rotate the multi way encoder until the desired station appears.
3Press the multi way encoder to receive the station.
The display returns to normal reception mode.
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A Radio band
B TP/TA/AF*1
C Clock
D Preset number
EFrequency*2 (Program service name), RDS data
*1 When Information “on” is set:
–“TP” lights up while “TP” is received.
–“TA”/“AF” lights up while “TA/AF” is on. *2 While receiving the RDS station, “RDS” is
displayed on the left of the frequency indication.
RDS services
This unit automatically provides RDS services as follows:
AF (Alternative Frequencies)
Selects and retunes the station with the strongest signal in a network. By using this function, you can continuously listen to the same program during a long-distance drive without having to retune the same station manually.
TA (Traffic Announcement)/TP (Traffic Program)
Provides current traffic information/programs. Any information/program received, will interrupt the currently selected source.
PTY (Program Types)
Displays the currently received program type. Also searches your selected program type.
CT (Clock Time)
The CT data from the RDS transmission sets the clock.
Notes
•Depending on the country/region, not all RDS functions may be available.
•RDS will not work if the signal strength is too weak, or if the station you are tuned to is not transmitting RDS data.
Setting AF and TA
1Press (AF/TA) repeatedly until the desired setting appears.
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Storing RDS stations with the AF and TA setting
You can preset RDS stations along with the AF/ TA setting. If you use the BTM function, only RDS stations are stored with the same AF/TA setting.
If you preset manually, you can preset both RDS and non-RDS stations with the AF/TA setting for each.
1Set AF/TA, then store the station with BTM or manually.
Receiving emergency announcements
With AF or TA on, the emergency announcements will automatically interrupt the currently selected source.
Tip
If you adjust the volume level during a traffic announcement, that level will be stored into memory for subsequent traffic announcements, independently from the regular volume level.
Staying with one regional program
— Regional
When the AF function is on: this unit’s factory setting restricts reception to a specific region, so you will not be switched to another regional station with a stronger frequency.
If you leave this regional program’s reception area, set “Regional off” in setup during FM reception (page 22).
Note
This function does not work in the UK and in some other areas.
Local Link function (UK only)
This function enables you to select other local stations in the area, even if they are not stored on your number buttons.
1During FM reception, press a number button ((1) to (6)) on which a local station is stored.
2Within 5 seconds, press again a number button of the local station.
Repeat this procedure until the local station is received.
Selecting PTY
1Press and hold (DSPL/PTY) during FM reception.
The current program type name appears if the station is transmitting PTY data.
2Rotate the multi way encoder until the desired program type appears.
3Press the multi way encoder.
The unit starts to search for a station broadcasting the selected program type.
Type of programs
News (News), Current Affairs (Current Affairs), Information (Information), Sport (Sports), Education (Education), Drama (Drama), Cultures (Culture), Science (Science), Varied Speech (Varied), Pop Music (Popular Music), Rock Music (Rock Music), Easy Listening (Easy Listening),
Light Classics M (Light Classical), Serious Classics (Classical), Other Music (Other Music Type), Weather & Metr (Weather),
Finance (Finance), Children’s Progs
(Children’s Programmes), Social Affairs (Social Affairs), Religion (Religion), Phone In (Phone In), Travel & Touring (Travel),
Leisure & Hobby (Leisure), Jazz Music
(Jazz Music), Country Music (Country Music), National Music (National Music),
Oldies Music (Oldies Music), Folk Music
(Folk Music), Documentary (Documentary)
Note
You cannot use this function in countries/regions where no PTY data is available.
Setting CT
1 Set “CT on” in setup (page 22).
Notes
•The CT function may not work even though an RDS station is being received.
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Playing a disc
1Press Z.
2Insert the disc (label side up).
3Close the front panel.
The front panel slides up automatically, then playback starts automatically.
Ejecting the disc
1Press Z.
The front panel slides down automatically, then the disc is ejected.
2Press Z to close the front panel.
Display items
A B
C
A Source (CD/MP3/WMA/AAC) indication B Clock
CArtist name/Album name, Track name, Folder number/Track number/Elapsed playing time
To change display items C, press (DSPL/PTY).
Tip
Displayed items will differ depending on the disc type, recording format and settings.
Repeat play
1During playback, press (1) (REP) on the card remote commander until the desired setting appears.
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* When an MP3/WMA/AAC is played.
To return to normal play mode, select “Repeat off.”
Shuffle play
1During playback, press (SHUF/ZAP) repeatedly until the desired setting appears.
Select |
To play |
Shuffle Album* |
album in random order. |
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Shuffle Disc |
disc in random order. |
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* When an MP3/WMA/AAC is played.
To return to normal play mode, select “Shuffle off.”
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USB devices
For details on the compatibility of your USB device, visit the support site.
Support site
http://support.sony-europe.com
•MSC (Mass Storage Class) and MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) type USB devices compliant with the USB standard can be used.
•Corresponding codec is MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma) and AAC (.m4a).
•Backup of data in a USB device is recommended.
Note
Connect the USB device after starting the engine. Depending on the USB device, malfunction or damage may occur if it is connected before starting the engine.
Playing back a USB device
1Remove the USB cap from the USB connector and connect the USB device to the USB connector.
Playback starts.
If a USB device is already connected, to start playback, press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “USB” appears.
Press (OFF) to stop playback.
Removing the USB device
1Stop the USB device playback.
2Remove the USB device.
If you remove your USB device during playback, data in the USB device may be damaged.
Notes
•Do not use USB devices so large or heavy that they may fall down due to vibration, or cause a loose connection.
•This unit cannot recognize USB devices via a USB hub.
•If the USB is disconnected during playback, “NO Device” appears in the display of the unit.
Display items
A B
C
A Source (MP3/WMA/AAC) indication B Clock
CArtist name/Album name, Track name, Folder number/Track number/Elapsed playing time
To change display items C, press (DSPL/PTY).
Notes
•Displayed items will differ, depending on the USB device, recorded format and settings. For details, visit the support site.
•The maximum number of displayable data is as follows.
–folders (albums): 128
–files (tracks) per folder: 512
•Do not leave a USB device in a parked car, as malfunction may result.
•It may take time for playback to begin, depending on the amount of recorded data.
•DRM (Digital Rights Management) files may not be played.
•During playback or fast-forward/reverse of a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) MP3/WMA/AAC file, elapsed playing time may not display accurately.
•Playback of the following MP3/WMA/AAC files is not supported.
–lossless compression
–copyright-protected
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Repeat and shuffle play
1During playback, press (1) (REP) on the card remote commander or (SHUF/ZAP) on the unit repeatedly until the desired setting appears.
Select |
To play |
Repeat Track |
track repeatedly. |
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Repeat Album |
album repeatedly. |
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Shuffle Album |
album in random order. |
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Shuffle Device |
device in random order. |
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To return to normal play mode, select “Repeat off” or “Shuffle off.”
After about 3 seconds, the setting is complete.
iPod
For details on the compatibility of your iPod, see “About iPod” on page 25 or visit the support site.
In these Operating Instructions, “iPod” is used as a general reference for the iPod functions on the iPod and iPhone, unless otherwise specified by the text or illustrations.
Support site
http://support.sony-europe.com
Playing back iPod
Before connecting the iPod, turn down the volume of the unit.
1Remove the USB cap from the USB connector and connect the iPod to the USB connector via the dock connector to USB cable.
The iPod will turn on automatically, and the display will appear on the iPod screen as below.*
Tip
We recommend the RC-100IP USB cable (not supplied) to connect the dock connector.
The tracks on the iPod start playing automatically from the point last played. If an iPod is already connected, to start
playback press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “USB” appears. (“iPod” appears in the display when iPod is recognized.)
*If the iPod was played back in the passenger control last time, this will not appear.
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2Press (MODE) to select the play mode.
The mode changes as follows:
Resuming Mode t Album Mode t Track Mode t Podcast Mode* t Genre Mode t Playlist Mode t
Artist Mode
* May not appear depending on iPod setting.
3 Adjust the volume.
Press (OFF) to stop playback.
Removing the iPod
1Stop the iPod playback.
2Remove the iPod.
Caution for iPhone
When you connect an iPhone via USB, telephone volume is controlled by iPhone itself. In order to avoid sudden loud sound after a call, do not increase the volume on the unit during a telephone call.
Note
This unit cannot recognize iPod via a USB hub.
Tips
•When the ignition key is turned to the ACC position, and the unit is on, the iPod will be recharged.
•If the iPod is disconnected during playback, “NO Device” appears in the display of the unit.
Resuming mode
When the iPod is connected to the dock connector, the mode of this unit changes to resuming mode and playback starts in the mode set by the iPod.
In resuming mode, repeat/shuffle play does not function.
Display items
A B
C
A Source (iPod) indication
B Clock
CArtist name/Album name, Track name, Album number/Track number/Elapsed playing time
To change display items C, press (DSPL/PTY).
Tip
When album/podcast/genre/artist/playlist is changed, its item number appears momentarily.
Setting the play mode
1During playback, press (MODE).
The mode changes as follows:
Album Mode t Track Mode t Podcast Mode* t Genre Mode t Playlist Mode t Artist Mode
* May not appear depending on iPod setting.
Skipping albums, podcasts, genres, playlists and artists
To |
Do this |
Skip |
push the multi way encoder up/ |
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push and hold the multi way |
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Repeat and shuffle play
1During playback, press (1) (REP) on the card remote commander or (SHUF/ZAP) on the unit repeatedly until the desired setting appears.
Select |
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Repeat Track |
track repeatedly. |
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Repeat Album |
album repeatedly. |
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Repeat Podcast |
podcast repeatedly. |
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Repeat Artist |
artist repeatedly. |
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Repeat Playlist |
playlist repeatedly. |
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Repeat Genre |
genre repeatedly. |
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Shuffle Album |
album in random order. |
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Shuffle Podcast |
podcast in random order. |
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Shuffle Artist |
artist in random order. |
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Shuffle Playlist |
playlist in random order. |
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Shuffle Genre |
genre in random order. |
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device in random order. |
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To return to normal play mode, select “Repeat off” or “Shuffle off.”
After about 3 seconds, the setting is complete.
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Operating an iPod directly
— Passenger control
You can operate an iPod connected to the dock connector directly.
1During playback, press and hold
(MODE).
“Mode iPod” appears and you will be able to operate the iPod directly.
To exit the passenger control
Press and hold (MODE).
Then “Mode Audio” will appear and the play mode will change to “Resuming.”
Notes
•The volume can be adjusted only by the unit.
•If this mode is canceled, the repeat setting will be turned off.
Other functions
Changing the sound settings
Adjusting the sound characteristics
1Press the multi way encoder.
2Rotate the multi way encoder until the desired menu item appears, then press it.
3Use the multi way encoder to select the setting, then press it.
4Press 
(BACK).
The setting is complete and the display returns to normal play/reception mode.
The following items can be set:
The operation of the multi way encoder will differ depending on the items.
: Push the multi way encoder up/down
: Push the multi way encoder left/right 
: Rotate the multi way encoder
EQ3 Parametric Preset (
or 
) Selects an equalizer curve from 7 music types.
EQ3 Parametric Tune*1
Custom equalizer settings. See “Customizing the equalizer curve — EQ3 Parametric Tune”
Subwoofer Tune & LPF
Phase ( 
, 
or press (MODE)) Selects the phase: “Normal,” “Reverse.”
FREQ (
)
Selects the subwoofer cut-off frequency: “80Hz,” “100Hz,” “120Hz,” “140Hz,” “160Hz,” “off.”
Level (
)
Adjusts the subwoofer volume: “+10 dB” – “0 dB” – “–10 dB.”
(“– ∞” is displayed at the lowest setting.)
HPF & Speaker Select
Speaker (
)
Selects the Speaker: “All,” “Front”, or “Rear.”
FREQ (
)
Selects the cut-off frequency: “off,” “80Hz,” “100Hz,” “120Hz,” “140Hz,” “160Hz.”
DM+ Advanced*2 (
or 
)
Improves digitally compressed sound, such as MP3.
To activate the DM+ Advanced function, set “on.” To cancel, set “off.”
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DSO (Dynamic Soundstage Organizer) ( 
or
)
Creates a more ambient sound field.
To select the DSO mode: “1,” “2,” “3” or “off.” The larger the number, the more enhanced the effect.
AUX Level*3 ( 
or 
)
Adjusts the volume level for each connected auxiliary equipment: “+18 dB” – “0 dB” – “–8 dB.”
This setting negates the need to adjust the volume level between sources.
Fader & Balance
Front/Rear/Center ( 
)
Adjusts the relative level.
Right/Left/Center ( 
)
Adjusts the sound balance.
*1 Hidden when EQ3 Parametric Preset is set to “off.” *2 When CD/USB/iPod source is activated.
*3 When AUX source is activated.
Customizing the equalizer curve
— EQ3 Parametric Tune
“Custom” of EQ3 allows you to make your own equalizer settings.
Select “Custom” of EQ3 Parametric Preset.
1Select a source, then press the multi way encoder.
2Rotate the multi way encoder to select “EQ3 Parametric Tune,” then press it.
3Setting the equalizer curve.
•Frequency range
Push the multi way encoder left/right to select the “LOW,” “MID” or “HI.”
•Center frequency & Bandwidth (Q)
Rotate the multi way encoder or press (MODE) to select the center frequency and Q.
You can control the width of the range of affected frequencies with this function. Selectable center frequency and Q settings in each range:
LOW: “60 Hz” (Q: “0.5,” “1.0,” “1.5,” or “2.0”) or 100 Hz (Q: “0.5,” “1.0,” “1.5,” or “2.0”) MID: “500 Hz” (Q: “0.75,” “1.0,” “1.25,” or “1.5”) or 1.0 kHz (Q: “0.75,” “1.0,” “1.25,” or “1.5”)
HI: “10.0 kHz” (Q: “0.75” or “1.25”) or 12.5 kHz (Q: “0.75” or “1.25”)
The higher range of Q you set, the more you can control a specific frequency for more precise sound adjustment.
dB
Q=1.0 |
1.5 |
2.0 |
2.0 |
1.5 |
1.0 |
Hz
•Volume level
Push the multi way encoder up/down to adjust the equalizer curve.
The volume level is adjustable in 1 dB steps, from –10 dB to +10 dB.
+10dB
0dB
-10dB
4Press the multi way encoder when you finish all equalizer settings.
5Push 
(BACK).
The display returns to normal play/reception mode.
To restore the factory-set equalizer curve, select “Initialize” and “Yes” in step 3.
Tip
Other equalizer types are also adjustable.
60Hz 100Hz |
500Hz 1.0kHz |
10.0kHz 12.5kHz |
LOW |
MID |
HI |
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Adjusting setup items — MENU
1Press and hold the multi way encoder.
2Rotate the multi way encoder until the desired menu item appears, then press it.
3Rotate the multi way encoder to select the setting, then press it.
The setting is complete.
4Push 
(BACK).
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):
Setup
Clock Adjust (page 6)
CT (Clock Time) (page 14, 15)
Beep
Activates the beep sound: “on,” “off.”
AUX Audio*1
Activates the AUX source display: “on,” “off” (page 23).
RM (Rotary Commander)
Changes the operative direction of the rotary commander controls: “NORM,” “REV.”
Auto Off
Shuts off automatically after a desired time when the unit is turned off: “NO,” “30sec (seconds),” “30min (minutes),” “60min (minutes).”
Display
Demo (Demonstration)
Activates the demonstration: “on,” “off.”
Image
Sets various display images.
–“All”: to display all images.
–“Movie”: to display a movie.
–“SA 1 – 3, All”: to display the Spectrum Analyzer.
–“Wall.P 1 – 3, All”: to display a wallpaper.
–“off”: to not display any image.
Information
Displays the items (depending on the source, etc.): “on,” “off.”
Dimmer
Changes the display brightness.
–“Auto”: to dim the display automatically when you turn lights on. (Available only when the illumination control lead is connected.)
–“on”: to dim the display.
–“off”: deactivate the dimmer.
Illumination
Changes the illumination color: “Blue,” “Red” or “Green.”
Auto Scroll
Scrolls long items automatically: “on,” “off.”
Play Mode
Local (Local Seek Mode)
–“on”: to only tune into stations with stronger signals.
–“off”: to tune normal reception.
Mono*2 (Monaural Mode)
Selects monaural reception mode to improve poor FM reception: “on,” “off.”
Regional*2 (page 15)
Zappin Time*3
Selects the playback time for the ZAPPIN function.
–“1 (about 6 seconds),” “2 (about 9 seconds),” “3 (about 30 seconds).”
BTM (page 13)
*1 When the unit is turned off.
*2 When FM is received.
*3 When CD/USB/iPod source is activated.
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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
1Turn off the portable audio device.
2Turn down the volume on the unit.
3Connect to the unit.
Connecting cord (not supplied)
On the rear
Connect to the AUX IN terminals
Adjust the volume level
Be sure to adjust the volume for each connected audio device before playback.
1Turn down the volume on the unit.
2Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “AUX” appears.
3Start playback of the portable audio device at a moderate volume.
4Set your usual listening volume on the unit.
5Adjust the input level (page 21).
CD changer
Selecting the changer
1Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “CD” appears.
2Press (MODE) repeatedly until the desired changer appears.
Unit number
Disc number
Playback starts.
Skipping albums and discs
1During playback, push the multi way encoder up/down.
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releasing. |
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Repeat and shuffle play
1During playback, press (1) (REP) on the card remote commander or (SHUF/ZAP) on the unit repeatedly until the desired setting appears.
Select |
To play |
Repeat Disc |
disc repeatedly. |
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Shuffle |
tracks in the changer in random |
Changer |
order. |
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To return to normal play mode, select “Repeat off” or “Shuffle off.”
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Rotary commander RM-X4S
Attaching the label
Attach the indication label depending on how you mount the rotary commander.
SOUND |
DSPL |
MODE |
MODE |
DSPL |
SOUND |
Location of controls
The corresponding buttons on the rotary commander control the same functions as those on this unit.
ATT |
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PRESET/ |
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DISC |
MODE |
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SOURCE |
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DSPL |
OFF |
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VOL SEEK/AMS |
OFF |
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.
•SOUND button
To enter sound setting.
•PRESET/DISC control
The same as rotating the multi way encoder on the unit (push in and rotate).
•VOL (volume) control
The same as the multi way encoder on the unit (rotate).
•SEEK/AMS control
The same as pushing the multi way encoder left/right 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
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.
1While pushing the VOL control, press and hold (SOUND).
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Additional Information
Precautions
•Cool off the unit beforehand if your car has been parked in direct sunlight.
•Power antenna (aerial) extends automatically.
Moisture condensation
Should moisture condensation occur inside the unit, remove the disc and wait for about an hour for it to dry out; otherwise the unit will not operate properly.
To maintain high sound quality
Do not splash liquid onto the unit or discs.
Notes on discs
•Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight.
•Before playing, wipe the discs
with a cleaning cloth from the center out. Do not use solvents
such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners.
• This unit is designed to playback discs that conform to
the Compact Disc (CD)
standard. DualDiscs and some of the music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies do not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, therefore, these discs may not be playable by this unit.
•Discs that this unit CANNOT play
–Discs with labels, stickers, or sticky tape or paper attached. Doing so may cause a malfunction, or may ruin the disc.
–Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star). Attempting to do so may damage the unit.
–8 cm (3 1/4 in) discs.
Notes on CD-R/CD-RW discs
•The maximum number of: (CD-R/CD-RW only)
–folders (albums): 150 (including root folder)
–files (tracks) and folders: 300 (may less than 300 if folder/file names contain many characters)
–displayable characters for a folder/file name: 32 (Joliet)/64 (Romeo)
•If the multi-session disc begins with a CD-DA session, it is recognized as a CD-DA disc, and other sessions are not played back.
•Discs that this unit CANNOT play
–CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality.
–CD-R/CD-RW recorded with an incompatible recording device.
–CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized incorrectly.
–CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in music CD format or MP3 format conforming to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2, Joliet/Romeo or multi-session.
Playback order of MP3/WMA/AAC files
MP3/WMA/AAC |
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About iPod
•You can connect to the following iPod models. Update your iPod devices to the latest software before use.
–iPod touch
–iPod classic
–iPod with video*
–iPod nano (3rd generation)
–iPod nano (2nd generation)
–iPod nano (1st generation)*
–iPhone and iPhone 3G
*Passenger control is not available for iPod nano (1st generation) or iPod with video.
•“Made for iPod” means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
•“Works with iPhone” means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPhone and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
•Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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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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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.
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 6) and clean the connectors with a cotton swab. Do not apply too much force. Otherwise, the connectors may be damaged.
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.
Removing the unit
1Remove the protection collar.
1Detach the front panel (page 6).
2Pinch both edges of the protection collar, then pull it out.
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,
Fuse (10 A)
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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2Remove the unit.
1Insert both release keys simultaneously until they click.
Hook facing inwards.
2Pull the release keys to unseat the unit.
3Slide the unit out of the mounting.
Specifications
CD Player section
Signal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB Frequency response: 10 – 20,000 Hz
Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit
Tuner section
FM
Tuning range: 87.5 – 108.0 MHz
Antenna (aerial) terminal:
External antenna (aerial) connector
Intermediate frequency: 150 kHz
Usable sensitivity: 10 dBf
Selectivity: 75 dB at 400 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: 70 dB (mono)
Separation: 40 dB at 1 kHz
Frequency response: 20 – 15,000 Hz
MW/LW
Tuning range:
MW: 531 – 1,602 kHz
LW: 153 – 279 kHz
Antenna (aerial) terminal:
External antenna (aerial) connector
Intermediate frequency: 25 kHz
Sensitivity: MW: 26 µV, LW: 45 µV
USB Player section
Interface: USB (Full-speed)
Maximum current: 500mA
Power amplifier section
Output: Speaker outputs (sure seal connectors)
Speaker impedance: 4 – 8 ohms
Maximum power output: 52 W × 4 (at 4 ohms)
General
Outputs:
Audio outputs terminal (front/rear) Subwoofer output terminal (mono)
Power antenna (aerial) relay control terminal Power amplifier control terminal
Inputs:
Remote controller input terminal Antenna (aerial) input terminal Telephone ATT control terminal Illumination control terminal BUS control input terminal BUS audio input terminal
AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) USB signal input terminal
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))
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Dimensions: Approx. 178 × 50 × 190 mm (7 1/8 × 2 × 7 1/8 in) (w/h/d)
Mounting dimensions: Approx. 182 × 53 × 163 mm (7 1/4 × 2 1/8 × 6 1/2 in) (w/h/d)
Mass: Approx. 1.7 kg (3 lb 12 oz)
Supplied accessory:
Card remote commander: RM-X174
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 (6 discs): CDX-T69 Source selector: XA-C40
USB connection cable for iPod: RC-100IP
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.
•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.
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.
If the problem is not solved, visit the following support site.
Support site
http://support.sony-europe.com
General
No power is being supplied to the unit.
•Check the connection or 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 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 “Fader & Balance” is not set for a 2-speaker system.
No beep sound.
•The beep sound is canceled (page 22).
•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 or it 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 22).
The display disappears from/does not appear in the display window.
•The dimmer is set “Dimmer on” (page 22).
•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 26).
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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.
CD 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 25).
MP3/WMA/AAC files cannot be played back.
The disc is incompatible with the MP3/WMA/AAC format and version. For details on playable discs and formats, visit the support site.
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 display items do not scroll.
•For discs with very many characters, those may not scroll.
•“Auto Scroll” is set to “off.”
t Set “Auto Scroll on” (page 22).
The sound skips.
• Installation is not correct.
tInstall 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 6).
Radio reception
The stations cannot be received. The sound is hampered by noises.
• The connection is not correct.
tConnect 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/ MW/LW antenna (aerial) in the rear/side glass).
tCheck the connection of the car antenna (aerial).
tIf the auto antenna (aerial) will not go up, check the connection of the power antenna (aerial) control lead.
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 22).
t Tuning does not stop at a station: Set “Local off” (page 22).
•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 22).
An FM program broadcast in stereo is heard in monaural.
The unit is in monaural reception mode. t Set “Mono off” (page 22).
RDS
The SEEK starts after a few seconds of listening.
The station is non-TP or has weak signal. t Deactivate TA (page 15).
No traffic announcements.
•Activate TA (page 15).
•The station does not broadcast any traffic announcements despite being TP.
t Tune in another station.
PTY displays “- - - - - - - -.”
•The current station is not an RDS station.
•RDS data has not been received.
•The station does not specify the program type.
USB playback
You cannot play back items via a USB hub.
This unit cannot recognize USB devices via a USB hub.
Cannot play back items.
A USB device does not work. t Reconnect it.
The USB device takes longer to play back.
The USB device contains files with a complicated tree structure.
A beep sounds.
During playback, the USB device has been disconnected.
tBefore disconnecting a USB device, make sure to stop playback first for data protection.
The sound is intermittent.
The sound may be intermittent at a high-bit-rate of more than 320 kbps.
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Error displays/Messages
Checking
The unit is confirming the connection of a USB device. t Wait until confirming the connection is finished.
iPod Communication Error
Due to incorrect connection, data did not transfer successfully between the unit and iPod.
t Reconnect the iPod and select iPod.
Error*1
•The disc is dirty or inserted upside down.*2 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.
•USB device was not automatically recognized. t Reconnect it again.
•Press Z to remove the disc.
Failure (Illuminates until any button is pressed.) The connection of speakers/amplifiers is incorrect.
tSee the installation guide manual of this model to check the connection.
Hubs Not Supported
USB hub is not supported on this unit.
Load
The CD changer is loading the disc. t Wait until loading is complete.
Local Seek +/–
The local seek mode is on during automatic tuning.
NO AF
There is no alternative frequency for the current station.
tPush the multi way encoder left/right while the program service name is flashing. The unit starts searching for another frequency with the same PI (Program Identification) data (“PI seek” appears).
NO Device
(SOURCE) is selected without a USB device connected. A USB device or a USB cable has been disconnected during playback.
t Be sure to connect a USB device and USB cable.
NO Disc
The disc is not inserted in the CD changer. t Insert discs in the CD changer.
NO Magazine
The disc magazine is not inserted in the CD changer. t Insert the disc magazine in the CD changer.
NO Music
The disc or USB device does not contain a music file.
tInsert a music CD in this unit or an MP3 playable CD changer.
tConnect a USB device with a music file in it.
NO TP
The unit will continue searching for available TP stations.
NO Track
The selected item in the USB device does not contain an album/track.
Not Supported
The connected USB device is not supported.
tFor details on the compatibility of your USB device, visit the support site.
Offset
There may be an internal malfunction.
tCheck the connection. If the error indication remains on in the display, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Overload
USB device is overloaded.
tDisconnect the USB device, then change the source by pressing (SOURCE).
tIndicates that the USB device is out of order, or an unsupported device is connected.
Read
The unit is reading all track and album information on the disc.
tWait until reading is complete and playback starts automatically. Depending on the disc structure, it may take more than a minute.
Push Reset
The CD unit, CD changer or USB device cannot be operated due to a problem.
t Press the RESET button (page 6).
“ ” 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, the disc number of the CD 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.
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