CDX-MP40
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CDX-MP40
For installation and connections, see the supplied installati on/c onnec tions manual.
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FM
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MW
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LW
Compact Disc Player
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Welcome !
Thank you for purchasing this Sony Compact
Disc Player. You can enjoy its various features
even more wi th:
• MP3 file playback.
• CD-R/CD-RW which can have a session added
can be played (page 7).
• Discs recorded in Multi Session (CD-Extra,
Mixed CD, etc.) can be played, depending on
the recording method (page 7).
• Optional CD/MD units (both changers and
players)*
1
.
•ID3 tag*
2
version 1 information (displayed
when an MP3 file is played).
• CD TEXT information (displayed when a CD
TEXT disc*
3
is played).
• Supplied controller accessory
Card remote commander RM-X115
• Optional controller accessory
Wired rotary commander RM-X4S
*1 This unit works with Sony products only.
*2 ID3 tag is an MP3 file that contains information
about album name, artist name, track name, etc.
*3 A CD TEXT disc is an audio CD that includes
information such as the disc name, artist name,
and track names. This information is recorded on
the disc.
This label is located on the bottom of the
chassis.
CAUTION INVISIBLE
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR
VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS
LASER RADIATIONWHEN OPEN
This label is located on the drive unit’s internal
chassis.
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Table of Contents
Location of controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Notes on discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
About MP3 files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Getting Started
Resetting the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Detaching the front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
CD Player
CD/MD Unit (optional)
Playing a disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Display items. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Playing tracks repeatedly
— Repeat Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Playing tracks in random order
— Shuffle Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Labelling a CD
— Disc Memo*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Locating a disc by name
— List-up* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
* Functions available with optional CD/MD unit
Radio
Storing stations automatically
— Best Tuning Memory (BTM). . . . . . . 15
Receiving the stored stations. . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Storing only the desired stations . . . . . . . . . 16
RDS
Overview of RDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Automatic retuning for best reception results
— AF (Alternative Frequencies) . . . . . . 17
Receiving traffic announcements
— TA (Traffic Announcement)/TP (Traffic
Programme) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Presetting RDS stations with AF and TA
setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Tuning in stations by programme type
— PTY (Programme types) . . . . . . . . . . 19
Setting the clock automatically
— CT (Clock Time). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Other Functions
Using the rotary commander. . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Adjusting the balance and fader . . . . . . . . . 22
Quickly attenuating the sound . . . . . . . . . . 22
Changing the sound and display settings
— Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Setting the equalizer (EQ3). . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Setting the Dynamic Soundstage Organizer
(DSO). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Additional Information
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Removing the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Error displays/Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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Location of controls
Refer to the pages listed for details.
a SOURCE (Power on/Radio/CD/MD)
button
Selecting the source.
b SEL (select) button
Selecting items.
c Volume +/– button
d Display window
e SEEK +/– button
Radio:
Tuning in stations automatically/finding a
station manually.
CD (MP3 files)/MD:
Skipping tracks/fast-forwarding, reversing a
track.
f DSPL (display mode change) button
10, 12, 14, 16
g OPEN button 9, 11
h DSO button 23
i ATT (attenuate) button 22
j MODE button
Changing the operation.
k AF button 17, 18
l SENS/BTM button 15, 16, 18
m RESET button (located on the front side of
the unit, behind the front panel) 9
n Number buttons 22
Radio:
Storing the desired station on each number
button.
CD/MD:
(1): DISC – 11
(2): DISC + 11
(3): REP 12
(4): SHUF 13
MP3 files:
(5): ALBUM – 11
(6): ALBUM + 11
o PTY (programme type)/LIST button
13, 14, 19
p TA button 18
q Z (eject) button (located on the front side
of the unit, behind the front panel) 11
r OFF (Stop/Power off) button*
1
9, 11
s Receptor for the card remote
commander
t EQ3 button 23
*1 Warning when installing in a car without
an ACC (accessory) position on the
ignition switch
After turning off the ignition, be sure to press
and hold (OFF) on the unit until the display
disappears.
Otherwise, the display does not turn off and this
causes battery drain.
LIST
DISC
ALBUM
AF SENS
BTM REP SHUF
SEL
ATT
MODE
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PTY TA
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OFF
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DSO EQ3
SEEK
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The corresponding buttons of the card
remote commander control the same
functions as those on this unit.
a DSPL button
b SOURCE button
c SEEK (+/–) buttons
d OFF button
e VOL (+/–) buttons
f MODE button
g DISC/ALBUM (+/–) buttons
h ATT button
Note
If the display disappears by pressing (OFF), it cannot
be operated with the card remote commander unless
(SOURCE) on the unit is pressed, or a disc is inserted
to activate the unit first.
Tip
Refer to “Replacing the lithium battery” for details on
how to replace the batteries (page 24).
Selecting a disc and album with the
card remote commander
Disc and album can be skipped using the DISC/
ALBUM (+/–) buttons on the card remote
commander.
(With this unit)
(With optional unit)
* Available only when an MP3 file is played.
Skipping tracks continuously
Press once (SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–) on the
card remote commander, then press again
within 2 seconds and hold.
Card remote commander RM-X115
ATTOFF
DSPL MODE
SOURCE
VOL
+
–
PRESET
+
PRESET
–
SEEK
–
SEEK
+
To Press
Skip albums*
–Album selection
+ or – [once for each album]
To continuously skip
albums, press and hold
either button.
To Press
Skip discs
–Disc selection
+ or – [once for each disc]
To continuously skip discs,
press once and press again
within 2 seconds (and hold)
either button.
Skip albums*
–Album selection
+ or – [hold for a moment]
and release
To continuously skip
albums, press (and hold)
within 2 seconds of first
releasing the button.
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Precautions
• If your car has been parked in direct sunlight,
allow the unit to cool off before operating it.
• Power aerial will extend automatically while
the unit is operating.
• While driving, do not use the CUSTOM FILE
feature or any other functions which may divert
your attention from the road.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your unit that are not covered in this
manual, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Moisture condensation
On a rainy day or in a very damp area, moisture
condensation may occur inside the lenses and
display of the unit. Should this occur, the unit
will not operate properly. In such a case, remove
the disc and wait for about an hour until the
moisture has evaporated.
To maintain high sound quality
Be careful not to splash juice or other soft drinks
onto the unit or discs.
Notes on discs
• To ke ep the disc clean, do not touch the surface.
Handle the disc by its edge.
• Keep your discs in their cases or disc
magazines when not in use.
Do not subject the discs to heat/high
temperature. Av oid lea ving them in parked cars
or on dashboards/rear trays.
• 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 CDs.
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• Before playing, clean the discs with a
commercially available cleaning cloth. Wipe
each disc from the centre out. Do not use
solvents such as benzine, thinner , commercially
available cleaners, or antistatic spray intended
for analog discs.
Music discs encoded with copyright
protection
This product is designed to play back discs that
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with
copyright protection are marketed by some
record companies. Please be aware that among
those discs, there are some that do not conform to
the CD standard and may not be playable by this
product.
Notes on CD-Rs (recordable CDs)/CD-
RWs (rewritable CDs)
This unit can play the following 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/CD-RW that is not
finalized*.
• You can play MP3 files recorded on CD-
ROMs, CD-Rs, a nd CD-RWs.
• A CD-R/CD-RW to which a session can be
added can be played.
* A process necessary for a recorded CD-R/CD-RW
disc to be played on the audio CD player.
About MP3 files
MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3) is a standard
technology and format for compressing a sound
sequence. The file is compressed to about 1/10 of
its original size. Sounds outside the range of
human hearing are compressed while the sounds
we can hear are not compressed.
Notes on discs
You can play MP3 files recorded on CD-ROMs,
CD-Rs, and CD-RWs.
The disc must be in the ISO 9660*
1
level 1 or
level 2 format, or Joliet or Romeo in the
expansion format.
You can use a disc recorded in Multi Session*
2
.
*
1
ISO 9660 Format
The most common international standard for
the logical format of files and folders on a
CD-ROM.
There are several specification levels. In
Level 1, file names must be in the 8.3 format
(no more than 8 characters in the name, no
more than 3 characters in the extension
“.MP3”) and in capital letters. Folder names
can be no longer than 8 characters. There can
be no more than 8 nested folder levels. Level
2 specifications allow file names up to 31
characters long.
Each folder can have up to 8 trees.
For Joliet or Romeo in the expansion format,
make sure of the contents of the writing
software, etc.
*
2
Multi Session
This is a recording method that enables
adding of data using the Track-At-Once
method. Conventional CDs begin at a CD
control area called the Lead-in and end at an
area called Lead-out. A Multi Session CD is a
CD having multiple sessions, with each
segment from Lead-in to Lead-out regarded
as a single session.
CD-Extra: The format which records audio
(audio CD data) as tracks on session 1, and
records data as tracks on session 2.
Mixed CD: In this format, data is recorded as
track 1, and audio (audio CD data) is recorded
as track 2.
Type of discs Label on the disc
Audio CD
MP3 files
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Notes
• With formats other than ISO 9660 level 1 and lev el 2,
folder names or file names may not be displayed
correctly.
• When naming, be sure to add the file extension
“.MP3” to the file name.
• If you put the extension “.MP3” to a file other than
MP3, the unit cannot recognize the file properly and
will generate random noise that could damage your
speakers.
• The following discs take a longer time to start
playback.
– a disc recorded with complicated tree structure.
– a disc recorded in Multi Session.
– a disc to which data can be added.
Cautions when playing a disc that is recorded in
Multi Session
• When the first track of the first session is audio CD
data:
Only audio CD data is played back.
Non-audio CD data/MP3 file information (track
number, time, etc.) is displayed with no sound.
• When the first track of the first session is not audio
CD data:
– If an MP3 file is in the disc, only MP3 file(s) play
back and other data is skipped. (Audio CD data is
not recognized.)
– If no MP3 file is in the disc, “NO MUSIC” is
displayed and nothing is played back. (Audio CD
data is not recognized.)
The playback order of the MP3 files
The playback order of the folders and files is as
follows:
Notes
• A folder that does not include an MP3 file is skipped.
• When you insert a disc with many trees, it takes a
longer time to start playback. We recommend that
you make only one or two trees for each disc.
• Maximum folder number: 150 (including root folder
and empty folders)
• The maximum number of MP3 files and folders that
can be contained in a disc: 300
When a file/folder name contains many characters,
this number may become less than 300.
• The maximum number of trees which can be played
is 8.
Tip
To specify a desired playback order, before the folder
or file name, input the order by number (e.g., “01,”
“02”), then record contents onto a disc. (The order
differs depending on the writing software.)
1
2
6
3
5
7
1
2
6
7
4
8
3
5
8
4
9
Folder (album)
MP3 file (track)
Tree 1
(root)
Tree 2
Tree 4
Tree 5
Tree 3
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Getting Started
Resetting the unit
Before operating the unit for the first time, or
after replacing the car battery or changing the
connections, you must reset the unit.
Remove the front panel and press the RESET
button with a pointed object, such as a ballpoint
pen.
Note
Pressing the RESET button will erase the clock se tting
and some stored contents.
Detaching the front panel
You can detach the front panel of this unit to
protect the unit from being stolen.
Caution alarm
If you turn the ignition switch to the OFF
position without removing the front panel, the
caution alarm will beep for a few seconds.
If you connect an optional amplifier and do not
use the built-in amplifier, the beep sound will be
deactivated.
1 Press (OFF)*.
CD/MD playback or radio reception stops
(the key illumination and display remain on).
* If your car has no ACC position on the ignition
switch, be sure to turn the unit off by pressing
(OFF) until the display disappears to avoid car
battery drain.
2 Press (OPEN), then slide the front
panel to the right, and gently pull out
the left end of the front panel.
Notes
• If you detach the panel while the unit is still turned
on, the power will turn off automatically to prevent
the speakers from being damaged.
• Do not drop or put excessive pressure on the front
panel and its display window.
• Do not subject the front panel to heat/high
temperature or moisture. A void leaving it in a parked
car or on a dashboard/rear tray.
Tip
When carrying the front panel with you, use the
supplied front panel case.
RESET button
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Attaching the front panel
Place hole A of the front panel onto the spindle
B on the unit, then lightly push the left side in.
Press (SOURCE) on the unit (or insert a CD) to
operate the unit.
Note
Do not put anything on the inner surface of the fro nt
panel.
Setting the clock
The clock uses a 24-hour digital indication.
Example: To set the clock to 10:08
1 Press (DSPL) for 2 seconds.
The hour indication flashes.
1Press the volume +/– button to set
the hour.
2Press (SEL).
The minute indication flashes.
3Press the volume +/– button to set
the minute.
2 Press (DSPL).
The clock starts. After the clock setting is
completed, the display returns to normal play
mode.
Tip
You can set the clock automatically with the RDS
feature (page 20).
A
B
x
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CD Player
CD/MD Unit (optional)
In addition to playing a CD with this unit, you
can also control external CD/MD units.
Note
If you connect an optional CD unit with the CD TEXT
function, the CD TEXT information will appear in the
display when you play a CD TEXT disc.
Playing a disc
(With this unit)
1 Press (OPEN) and insert the disc
(labelled side up).
2 Close the front panel.
Playback starts automatically.
If a disc is already inserted, press (SOURCE)
repeatedly until “CD” appears to start playback.
* Available only when an MP3 file is played.
T o skip tracks continuously , press (SEEK) (+) or
(SEEK) (–), then press again within 2 seconds
and hold.
Notes
• Before playing a track, this unit reads all track and
album information on the disc. Depending on the
track structure, it may take more than a minute
before playback begins. During this time, “READ” is
displayed. Please wait for play to start automatically
when the reading is complete.
• Depending on the condition of the disc, it may not
play back (page 6, 7).
• While the first/last track on the disc is playing, if
(SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–) is pressed, playback
skips to the last/first trac k of the disc.
• When the last track on the disc is over, playback
restarts from the first track of the disc.
• With optional unit connected, playback of the same
source will continue on to the optional CD/MD unit.
• If you play a high-bit rate MP3 file such as 320 kbps,
sound may be intermittent.
(With optional unit)
1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select
“CD” or “MD (MS*
1
).”
2 Press (MODE) repeatedly until the
desired unit appears.
Playback starts.
*1 MS: MG Memory Stick System-up Player MGS-X1
*2 Available only when an MP3 file is played.
Cautions when connecting MGS-X1 and MD unit(s)
This unit recognizes MGS-X1 as an MD unit.
• When you want to play MGS-X1, press (SOURCE) to
select “MS” or “MD.” If “MS” appears in the source
display, MGS-X1 starts to play. If “MD” appears in
the source display, press (MODE) to select “MS,” to
start playback.
• When you want to play an MD unit, press (SOURCE)
to select “MD” or “MS.” If your desired MD unit
appears in the source display, it starts to play. If “MS”
or another MD unit appears in the source display,
press (MODE) to select your desired MD unit, to
start playback.
Note when playing back a CD with no MP3 files
If a disc with no MP3 files is inserted:
– in the case of this unit, “NO MUSIC” appears in the
display, and the display becomes the clock display
(CD playback stops).
– in the case of an optional MP3 compatible CD unit,
“NO MUSIC” appears in the display and playback of
the next disc starts.
– in the case of an optional CD unit, which is
incompatible with MP3, the disc will play back with
no sound.
To Press
Stop playback (OFF)
Eject the disc (OPEN) then Z
Skip tracks
–Automatic
Music Sensor
(SEEK) (–/+)
(./>)
[once for each track]
Fast-forward/
reverse
–Manual Search
(SEEK) (–/+)
(m/M)
[hold to desired point]
Skip albums*
–Albums selection
(5)(ALBUM–) or
(6)(ALBUM+)
To Press
Skip discs
–Disc selection
(1)(DISC–) or
(2)(DISC+)
Skip albums*
2
–Albums selection
(5)(ALBUM–) or
(6)(ALBUM+)
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Display items
When the disc/album/track changes, any
prerecorded title*
1
of the new disc/album/track is
automatically displayed (if the Auto Scroll
function is set to “ON,” names exceeding 8
characters will be scrolled (page 22))
*1 While an optional CD/MD unit is connected.
*2 Only for MP3 files.
Only track name/artist name/album name in ID3
tag is displayed.
When pressing (DSPL), “NO ID3” indicates that
there is no ID3 tag to display.
*3 When pressing (DSPL), “NO NAME” indicates that
there is no Disc Memo (page 13) or prerecorded
name to display.
*4 Only for CD TEXT discs with the artist name.
Notes
• For some CD TEXT discs with very many
characters, information may not scroll.
• Some characters cannot be displayed.
• This unit cannot display the artist name for each
track of a CD TEXT disc.
Notes on MP3
• ID3 tag applies only to version 1.
• Some characters cannot be displayed. Characters
and signs which cannot be displayed appear as “ *.”
The maximum number of characters for album
(folder) names/track (file) names that can be
displayed is 64 each. ID3 tag is up to 30 characters.
• In the following cases, elapsed playing time may not
be displayed accurately.
– when an MP3 file of VBR (variable bit rate) is
played.
– during fast-forward/reverse.
Tip
When A.SCRL (Auto Scroll) is set to OFF and the disc/
album/track name is changed, the disc/album/track
name or ID3 tag does not scroll.
Playing tracks repeatedly
— Repeat Play
You can select:
• REP-TRACK — to repeat the current track.
• REP-ALBM*
1
— to repeat the tracks in the
current album.
• REP-DISC*
2
— to repeat the tracks in the
current disc.
*1 Available only when an MP3 file is played.
*2 Available only when one or more optional CD/MD
units are connected.
During playback, press (3) (REP)
repeatedly until the desired setting
appears in the display.
Repeat Play starts.
To return to normal play mode, select
“REP-OFF.”
To Press
Switch display item (DSPL)
Disc*
1
/Album*
2
number
Displayable items
• Track number/
Elapsed playing time
• Disc name*
3
/
Artist name*
4
• Album (folder) name*
2
• Track (file) name*
2
*
3
• ID3 tag*
2
Source
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Playing tracks in random
order
— Shuffle Play
You can select:
• SHUF-ALBM*
1
— to play the tracks in the
current album in random order.
• SHUF-DISC — to play the tracks on the
current disc in random order.
•SHUF-CHGR*
2
— to play the tracks in the
current optional CD (MD) unit in random
order.
• SHUF-ALL*
3
— to play all the tracks in all
connected CD (MD) units (including this unit)
in random order.
*1 Available only when an MP3 file is played.
*2 Available only when one or more op tional CD (MD)
units are connected.
*3 Available only when one or more op tional CD units ,
or two or more optional MD units are connected.
During playback, press (4) (SHUF)
repeatedly until the desired setting
appears in the display.
Shuffle Play starts.
To return to normal play mode, select
“SHUF-OFF.”
Note
“SHUF-ALL” will not shuffle tracks between CD units
and MD units.
Labelling a CD
— Disc Memo (For a CD unit with the
CUSTOM FILE function)
You can label each disc with a custom name
(Disc Memo). You can enter up to 8 characters
for a disc. If you label a CD, you can locate the
disc by name (page 14).
1 Start playing the disc y ou want to label
in a CD unit with the CUSTOM FILE
function.
2 Press (PTY) (LIST) for 2 seconds.
The unit will repeat the disc during the
labelling procedure.
3 Enter the characters.
1Press the volume +/– button to
select the desired character.
A y B y C ... y 0 y 1 y 2 ...
y + y – y
*
... y *
1
y A
*1 (blank space)
2Press (SEL) after locating the
desired character.
The next character flashes.
3Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the
entire name.
4 To return to normal play mode, press
(PTY) (LIST) for 2 seconds.
Tips
• Simply overwrite or enter “ ” to correct or erase a
name.
• You can label CDs on a unit without the CUSTOM
FILE function if that unit is connected along with a
CD unit that has the function. The Disc Memo will be
stored in the memory of the CD unit with the
CUSTOM FILE function.
Note
REP-TRACK/SHUF play is suspended until the Name
Edit is complete.
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Viewing the Disc Memo
As a display item, the Disc Memo always takes
priority over any original CD TEXT information.
Tip
Other items can be displayed (page 12).
Erasing the Disc Memo
1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select
“CD.”
2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the
CD unit storing the Disc Memo.
3 Press (PTY) (LIST) for 2 seconds.
4 Press (DSPL) for 2 seconds.
The stored names will appear.
5 Press the volume +/– button
repeatedly to select the disc name y ou
want to erase.
6 Press (SEL) for 2 seconds.
The name is erased.
Repeat steps 5 and 6 if you want to erase
other names.
7 Press (PTY) (LIST) for 2 seconds.
The unit returns to normal play mode.
Notes
• When the Disc Memo for a CD TEXT disc is erased,
the original CD TEXT information is displayed.
• If you cannot find the Disc Memo you want to erase,
try selecting a different CD unit in step 2.
• If you have already erased all of the Disc Memo, the
unit returns to normal play mode in step 4.
Locating a disc by name
— List-up (For a CD unit with the CD TEXT/
CUSTOM FILE function, or an MD unit)
Y ou can use this function for discs that ha v e been
assigned custom names*
1
or for CD TEXT
discs*
2
.
*1 Locating a disc by its custom name: when you
assign a name for a CD (page 13) or an MD.
*2 Locating discs by the CD TEXT information: when
you play a CD TEXT disc on a CD unit with t he CD
TEXT function.
1 Press (PTY) (LIST) momentarily.
The name assigned to the current disc appears
in the display.
2 Press (PTY) (LIST) repeatedly until
you find the desired disc.
3 Press (SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–) to play
the disc.
Notes
• Once a disc name has been displayed for 5
seconds, the display goes back to its normal
playback mode.
• The track names are not displayed during MD
playback.
• If there are no discs in the magazine,"NO MAG"
appears in the display.
• If a disc has not been assigned a custom file,"NO
NAME" appears in the display.
• If the disc information has not been read by the unit,
"NOT READ" appears in the display. To load the
disc, first press the number button, t hen choose the
disc that has not been loaded.
• The information appears only in upper case. There
are also some letters which cannot be displayed
(during MD playback).
To Press
View (DSPL) during CD/CD
TEXT disc playback
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Radio
The unit can store up to 6 stations per band
(FM1, FM2, FM3, MW, and LW).
Caution
When tuning in stations while driving, use Best
Tuning Memory to prev ent accidents.
Storing stations
automatically
— Best Tuning Memory (BTM)
The unit selects the stations with the strongest
signals within the selected band, and stores them
in the order of their frequency.
1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select
the radio.
2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the
band.
3 Press (SENS) (BTM) for 2 seconds.
The unit stores stations in the order of their
frequencies on the number buttons.
A beep sounds when the setting is stored.
Notes
• If only a few stations can be received due to weak
signals, some number buttons will retain their f ormer
settings.
• When a number is indicated in the display, the unit
starts storing stations from the one currently
displayed.
Receiving the stored stations
1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select
the radio.
2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the
band.
3 Press the number button ((1) to (6))
on which the desired station is stored.
If preset tuning does not work
— Automatic tuning/Local Seek Mode
Automatic tuning:
Press (SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–) to
search for the station.
Scanning stops when the unit receives a
station. Repeat the operation until the desired
station is received.
Local Seek Mode:
If the automatic tuning stops too
frequently, press (SENS) (BTM)
repeatedly until “LOCAL-ON” appears.
Only the stations with relatively strong
signals will be tuned in.
To cancel the Local Seek Mode, press (SENS)
twice.
Tip
If you know the frequency of the station you want to
listen to, press and hold (SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–) to
locate the approximate frequency, then press
(SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–) repeatedly to fine adjust to
the desired frequency (manual tuning).
continue to next page t
“LCL” indicator is displayed.
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If FM stereo reception is poor
— Monaural Mode
During radio reception, press (SENS)
(BTM) repeatedly until “MONO-ON”
appears.
The sound improves, but becomes monaural
(“ST” disappears).
To return to normal radio reception mode, select
“MONO-OFF.”
Tip
If FM broadcasts are difficult to hear, set DSO to off
(page 23).
Storing only the desired
stations
You can manually preset the desired stations on
any chosen number button.
1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select
the radio.
2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the
band.
3 Press (SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–) to tune
in the station that you want to store.
4 Press the desired number button ((1)
to (6)) for 2 seconds until “MEM”
appears.
The number button indication appears in the
display.
Note
If you try to store another station on the same number
button, the previously stored station will be erased.
RDS
Overview of RDS
FM stations with Radio Data System (RDS)
service send inaudible digital information along
with the regular radio programme signal. For
example, one of the following will be displayed
upon receiving a station with RDS capability.
RDS services
RDS data offers you other con veniences, such as:
• Automatic retuning of a programme, helpful
during long-distance drives. — AF t page 17
• Receiving traffic announcements, even
when enjoying another programme/source.
— TA t page 18
• Selecting stations by the type of
programme. — PTY t page 19
• Automatic clock time setting. — CT
t page 20
Notes
• Depending on the country or region, not all of the
RDS functions are available.
• RDS may not work properly if the signal strength is
weak or if the station you are tuned to is not
transmitting RDS data.
“MONO” indicator is displayed.
To Press
Switch Clock/
Station name
(DSPL)
Displayable items
• Music source
•Function
Displayable items
• Station name (frequency)
•Clock
•RDS data
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Automatic retuning for best
reception results
— AF (Alternative Frequencies)
The AF function allows the radio to always tune
into the area’s strongest signal for the station you
are listening to.
1 Select an FM station (page 15).
2 Press (AF) repeatedly until “AF-ON”
appears.
The unit starts searching for an alternative
frequency with a stronger signal in the same
network.
If “NO AF” flashes, the currently tuned into
station does not have an alternative frequenc y.
Notes
• If you want to change the on/off setting while playing
a CD, press (AF).
• When there is no alternative frequency in the area or
when you do not need to search for one , turn the AF
function off by selecting “AF-O F F.”
For stations without alternative
frequencies
Press (SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–) while
the station name is flashing (within 8
seconds).
The unit starts searching for another
frequency with the same PI (Programme
Identification) data (“PI SEEK” appears).
If the unit cannot find the same PI, the unit
returns to the previously selected frequency.
Staying with one regional programme
When AF function is on: this unit’s factory-set
setting restricts reception to a specific region, so
you won’t be switched to another regional station
with a stronger frequency.
If you leave this regional programme’s reception
area or would like to take advantag e of the whole
AF function, press (AF) for 2 seconds until
“REG-OFF” appears.
Note
This function does not work in the United Kingdom
and in some other areas.
Local Link function
(United Kingdom only)
This function enables you to select other local
stations in the area, even if they are not stored on
your number buttons.
1 Press the number button ((1) to (6))
that has a local station stored on it.
2 Within 5 seconds, press the number
button of the local station again.
3 Repeat this procedure until the
desired local station is received.
Frequencies change automatically.
98.5 MHz
Station
102.5 MHz
96.0 MHz
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Receiving traffic
announcements
— TA (Traffic Announcement)/TP (Traffic
Programme)
By activating TA and TP, you can automatically
tune in an FM station broadcasting traffic
announcements. These settings function
regardless of the current FM programme/source,
CD/MD; the unit switches back to the original
source when the bulletin is over.
Press (TA) repeatedly until “TA-ON”
appears.
The unit starts searching for traffic
information stations.
“TP” indicates reception of such stations, and
“TA” flashes during an actual traffic
announcement. The unit will continue
searching for stations available with TP if
“NO TP” is indicated.
To cancel all traffic announcements, select “TA-
OFF.”
Tip
You can also cancel the current announcement by
pressing (SOURCE) or (MODE).
Presetting the volume of traffic
announcements
You can preset the volume level of the traffic
announcements so you won’t miss hearing them.
1 Press the volume +/– button to adjust
the desired volume level.
2 Press (TA) for 2 seconds.
“TA” appears and the setting is stored.
Receiving emergency announcements
If either AF or TA is on, the unit will switch to
emergency announcements, if one comes in
while listening to an FM station, or CD/MD.
Presetting RDS stations with
AF and TA setting
When you preset RDS stations, the unit stores
each station’s AF/TA setting (on/off) as well as
its frequency. You can select a different setting
(for AF, TA, or both) for individual preset
stations, or the same setting for all preset
stations. If you preset stations with “ AF-ON” the
unit automatically stores stations with the
strongest radio signal.
Presetting the same setting for all
preset stations
1 Select an FM band (page 15).
2 Press (AF) and/or (TA) to select “AF-
ON” and/or “TA-ON.”
Note that selecting “ AF-OFF ” and “TA-OFF”
applies to non-RDS stations as well as RDS
stations.
3 Press (SENS) (BTM) until “BTM”
flashes.
Presetting different settings for each
preset station
1 Select an FM band, and tune in the
desired station (page 15).
2 Press (AF) and/or (TA) to select “AF-
ON” and/or “TA-ON.”
3 Press the desired number button ((1)
to (6)) until “MEM” appears.
Repeat from step 1 to preset other stations.
Note
If you want to change the AF/TA setting while you are
playing a CD, press (AF) or (TA).
To Press
Cancel current
announcement
(TA)
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Tuning in stations by
programme type
— PTY (Programme types)
You can tune in a station by selecting the type of
programme you would like to listen to.
Note
You cannot use this function in some countries where
no PTY data is availabl e.
1 Press (PTY) (LIST) during FM
reception.
The current programme type name appears if
the station is transmitting the PTY data.
“--------” appears if the received station is not
an RDS station, or if the RDS data is not
received.
2 Press (PTY) (LIST) repeatedl y until the
desired programme type appears.
The programme types appear in the order
shown in the table.
“NONE” appears if the programme type is
not specified in the RDS data.
3 Press (SEEK) (+) or (SEEK) (–).
The unit starts searching for a station
broadcasting the selected programme type.
Programme types Display
News NEWS
Current Affairs AFFAIRS
Information INFO
Sports SPORT
Education EDUCATE
Drama DRAMA
Culture CULTURE
Science SCIENCE
Varied VARIE D
Popular Music POP M
Rock Music ROCK M
Easy Listening EASY M
Light Classical LIGHT M
Classical CLASSICS
Other Music Type OTHER M
Weather WEATHER
Finance FINANCE
Children’s Programmes CHILDREN
Social Affairs SOCIAL A
Religion RELIGION
Phone In PHONE IN
Travel TRAVEL
Leisure LEISURE
Jazz Music JAZZ
Country Music COUNTRY
National Music NATION M
Oldies Music OLDIES
Folk Music FOLK M
Documentary DOCUMENT
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Setting the clock
automatically
— CT (Clock Time)
The CT data from the RDS transmission sets the
clock automatically.
Selecting “CT-ON”
During radio reception, press (SEL)
and (2) simultaneously.
The clock is set.
After one second, the display returns to
normal radio reception mode.
To select “CT-OFF”, press (SEL) and (2)
simultaneously again.
Notes
• The CT function may not work even though an RDS
station is being received.
• There might be a difference between the time set by
the CT function and the actual time.
Other Functions
You can also control the unit (and optional CD/
MD units) with a rotary commander (optional).
Using the rotary commander
First, attach the appropriate label depending on
how you want to mount the rotary commander.
The rotary commander works by pressing
buttons and/or rotating controls.
By pressing buttons
Press To
(SOURCE) Change source
(radio/CD/MD*
1
)/Power on
(MODE) Change operation
(radio band/CD unit*
1
/MD
unit*
1
)
(ATT) Attenuate sound
(OFF)*
2
Stop playback or radio
reception/Power off
(SEL) Adjust and select
(DSPL) Change the display item
SEL
DSPL
MODE
SEL
DSPL
MODE
OFF
Rotate the VOL control
to adjust the volume.
(SOURCE)
(SEL)
(ATT)
(DSPL)
(OFF)
(MODE)
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By rotating the control
Rotate and release to:
– Skip tracks.
T o continuously skip tracks, rotate once and
rotate again within 2 seconds and hold the
control.
– Tune in stations automatically.
Rotate, hold, and release to:
– Fast-forward/reverse a track.
– Find a station manually.
By pushing in and rotating the control
Push in and rotate the control to:
– Receive preset stations.
– Change discs during CD (MD) playback*
1
.
– Change albums*
3
.
*1 Only if the corresponding optional equipment is
connected.
*2 If your car has no ACC (accessory) position on the
ignition key switch, after turning off the ignition, be
sure to press and hold (OFF) until the display
disappears.
*3 Available only when an MP3 file is played.
When an MP3 file is played, you can select an
album using the rotary commander.
(With this unit)
(With optional unit)
Changing the operative direction
The operative direction of controls is factory-set
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.
Press (SEL) for 2 seconds while
pushing the VOL control.
SEEK/AMS
control
PRESET/DISC
control
To Do this
Skip albums
–Album selection
Push in and rotate [once for
each album] the control.
To continuously skip
albums, push in and rotate
(and hold) the control.
To Do this
Skip discs
–Disc selection
Push in and rotate [once for
each disc] the control.
To continuously skip discs,
push in and rotate once and
rotate again within
2 seconds (and hold) the
control.
Skip albums
–Album selection
1To enter Album selection
mode, push in, then rotate
and hold the control.
Within 2 seconds,
proceed to step 2.
2Push in, then rotate
quickly and repeatedly , to
skip albums one by one.
To increase
To decreas e
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Adjusting the balance and
fader
You can adjust the balance and fader.
1 Press (SEL) repeatedly until “BAL” or
“FAD” appears.
Each time you press (SEL), the item changes
as follows:
LOW* t MID* t HI* t
BAL (left-right)
t FAD (front-rear)
* When EQ3 is activated (page 23).
2 Press the volume +/– button to adjust
the selected item.
Note
Adjust within 3 seconds after selecting the item.
Quickly attenuating the
sound
Press (ATT).
After “ATT -ON” momentarily appears, the
“ATT” appears in the display.
To restore the previous volume level, press
(ATT) again.
Tip
When the interface cable of a car telephone is
connected to the ATT lead, the unit decreases the
volume automatically when a telephone call comes in
(Telephone ATT function).
Changing the sound and
display settings
— Menu
The following items can be set:
SET (Set Up)
• CT (Clock Time) (page 20)
• A.SCRL (Auto Scroll)*
1
(page 12).
• M.DSPL (Motion Display) — to select the
Motion Display mode from “1,” “2,” and
“OFF.”
– Select “1” to show decoration patterns in the
display and activate Demo display.
– Select “2” to show decoration patterns in the
display and deactivate Demo display.
– Select “OFF” to deactivate the Motion
Display.
• BEEP*
2
— to turn the beeps on or off.
Selecting the desired item
Press (SEL) and the desired preset
number button simultaneously.
(SEL) + (2): CT
(SEL) + (3): A.SCRL*
1
(SEL) + (4): M.DSPL
(SEL) + (6): BEEP*
2
*1 When no CD is playing, this item will not
appear.
*2 The beep sound is output only when the built-in
amplifier is used.
After the mode setting completed, the display
returns to normal play mode.
Note
The displayed item will differ depending on the source.
To cancel the item, press (SEL) and the preset
number button simultaneously again.
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Setting the equalizer (EQ3)
You can select an equalizer curve for 7 music
types (XPLOD, VOCAL, CLUB, JAZZ, NEW
AGE, ROCK, CUSTOM, and OFF (equalizer
OFF)).
You can store a different equalizer setting for
each source.
Selecting the equalizer curve
1 Press (SOURCE) to select a source
(radio, CD or MD).
2 Press (EQ3) repeatedly until the
desired equalizer curve appears.
Each time you press (EQ3), the item
changes.
To cancel the equalizing effect, select “OFF.”
Adjusting the equalizer curve
You can store and adjust the equalizer settings
for different tone ranges.
1 Press (SOURCE) to select a source
(radio, CD or MD).
2 Press (EQ3) repeatedly to select the
desired equalizer curve.
3 Adjusting the equalizer curve.
1Press (SEL) repeatedly to select the
desired tone range.
Each time you press (SEL), the tone range
changes.
LOW t MID t HI (t BAL t FAD)
2Press the volume +/– button
repeatedly to adjust to the desired
volume level.
The volume level is adjustable by 1 dB
steps from –10 dB to +10 dB.
3Repeat step 1 and 2 to adjust the
equalizer curve.
To restore the factory-set equalizer curve,
press (SEL) for 2 seconds.
After 3 seconds, the display returns to
normal play mode.
Note
When EQ3 is set to “OFF,” you cannot adjust the
equalizer settings.
Setting the Dynamic
Soundstage Organizer (DSO)
If your speakers are installed into the lower part
of the doors, the sound will come from below
and may not be clear.
The DSO (Dynamic Soundstage Organizer)
function creates a more ambient sound as if there
were speakers above the dashboard (virtual
speakers).
You can store the DSO setting for each source.
DSO mode and image of virtual speakers
*1 DSO-1
*2 DSO-2
*3 DSO-3
*4 DSO-OFF
1 Press (SOURCE) to select a source
(radio, CD or MD).
2 Press (DSO) repeatedly until the
desired DSO setting appears.
Each time you press (DSO), the DSO setting
changes.
To cancel the DSO function, select “OFF.”
After 3 seconds, the display returns to normal
play mode.
Notes
• Depending on the type of car interior or type of
music, DSO may not have a desirable affect.
• If FM broadcasts are difficult to hear, set DSO to off.
*3
*2
*1
*4
*4
*3
*2
*1
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Additional Information
Maintenance
Fuse replacement
When replacing the fuse, be sure to use one
matching the amperage rating stated on the
original fuse. If the fuse blows, check the power
connection and replace the fuse. If the fuse blows
again after replacement, there may be an internal
malfunction. In such a case, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
Warning
Never use a fuse with an amperage rating
exceeding the one supplied with the unit as this
could damage the unit.
Cleaning the connectors
The unit may not function properly if the
connectors between the unit and the front panel
are not clean. In order to prevent this, detach the
front panel (page 9) and clean the connectors
with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol. 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.
Replacing the lithium battery
Under normal conditions, batteries 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 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 (10 A)
Main unit
Back of the front panel
x
+ side up
WARNING
Battery may explode if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of
in fire.
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Removing the unit
1 Remove the protection collar.
1Detach the front panel (page 9).
2Engage the release keys together
with the protection collar.
3Pull out the release keys to remove
the protection collar.
2 Remove the unit.
1Insert both release keys together
until they click.
2Pull the release keys to unseat the
unit.
3Slide the unit out of the mounting.
Orient the release
key correctly.
Face the hook
inwards.
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Specifications
CD Player section
Signal-to-noise ratio 90 dB
Frequency response 10 – 20,000 Hz
Wow and flutter Below measurable limit
Tuner section
FM
Tuning range 87.5 – 108.0 MHz
Aerial terminal External aerial connecto r
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
MW/LW
Tuning range MW: 531 – 1,602 kHz
LW: 153 – 279 kHz
Aerial terminal External aerial connecto r
Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz/450 kHz
Sensitivity MW: 30 µV
LW: 40 µV
Power amplifi e r section
Outputs Speaker outputs
(sure seal connectors)
Speaker impedance 4 – 8 ohms
Maximum power output 50 W × 4 (at 4 ohms)
General
Outputs Audio outputs (front/rear)
Power aerial relay control
terminal
Power amplifier control
terminal
Inputs Telephone ATT control
terminal
Remote controller input
terminal
BUS control input terminal
BUS audio input terminal
Aerial 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 earth)
Dimensions Approx. 178 × 50 × 180 mm
(w/h/d)
Mounting dimensions Approx. 182 × 53 × 161 mm
(w/h/d)
Mass Approx. 1.2 kg
Supplied accessories Card remote commander
RM-X115
Parts for installation and
connections
Front panel case (1)
Optional accessories Rotary commander
RM-X4S
Optional equipment CD changer (6 discs)
CDX-T70MX, CDX-T69
MD changer (6 discs)
MDX-66XLP
MG Memory Stick
System-up Player
MGS-X1
Source selector
XA-C30
AUX-IN Selector
XA-300
Note
This unit cannot be connected to a digital preamplifier
or an equalizer which is Sony BUS system compatible .
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
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Troubleshooting
The following checklist will help you remedy
problems you may encounter with your unit.
Before going through the checklist below, check
the connection and operating procedures.
General
No sound.
• Press the volume + button to adjust the
volume.
• Cancel the ATT function.
• Set the fader control to the centre position for
a 2-speaker system.
• You tried to play back MP3 files with an
optional CD unit which is incompatible with
MP3.
t Play back with a Sony MP3 compatible
CD unit, such as the CDX-T70MX.
The contents of the memory have been
erased.
• The RESET button has been pressed.
t Store again into the memory.
• The power cord or battery has been
disconnected.
• The power connecting cord is not connected
properly.
No beep sound.
• The beep sound is cancelled (page 22).
• An optional power amplifier is connected
and you are not using the built-in amplifier .
The display disappears from/does not
appear in the display window.
• The display disappears if you press and hold
(OFF).
t Press and hold (OFF) again until the
display appears.
• Remove the front panel and clean the
connectors. See “Cleaning the connectors”
(page 24) for details.
Stored stations and correct time are erased.
The fuse has blown.
Makes noise when the ignition key is in the
ON, ACC, or OFF position.
The leads are not matched correctly with the
car’s accessory power connector.
No power is being supplied to the unit.
• Check the connection. If everything is in
order, check the fuse.
• The car does not have an ACC position.
t Press (SOURCE) (or insert a disc) to turn
on the unit.
The power is continuously supplied to the
unit.
The car does not have an ACC position.
The power aerial does not extend.
The power aerial does not have a relay box.
CD/MD playback
A disc cannot be loaded.
• Another CD/MD is already loaded.
• The CD/MD has been forcibly inserted
upside down or in the wrong way.
Playback does not begin.
• Defective MD or dirty CD.
• CD-R/CD-RW that is not finalized.
• You tried to playback a CD-R/CD-RW not
designed for audio use.
• Some CD-Rs/CD-RWs may not play due to
its recording equipment or the disc
condition.
MP3 files cannot be played back.
• Recording was not performed according to
the ISO 9660 level 1 or le v el 2 format, or the
Joliet or Romeo in the expansion format.
• The file extension “.MP3” is not added to the
file name.
• Files are not stored in MP3 format.
MP3 files take longer to play back than
others.
The following discs take a longer time to start
playback.
–a disc recorded with complicated tree
structure.
–a disc recorded in Multi Session.
–a disc to which data can be added.
A disc is automatically ejected.
The ambient temperature exceeds 50°C.
The operation buttons do not function.
CD will not be ejected.
Press the RESET button.
The sound skips from vibration.
• The unit is installed at an angle of more than
60°.
• The unit is not installed in a sturdy part of
the car.
The sound skips.
Dirty or defective disc.
Cannot turn off the “--------” indication.
You entered the name edit mode.
t Press (PTY) (LIST) for 2 seconds.
continue to next page t
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Error displays/Messages
*1 When an error occurs during playback of a CD or
MD, the disc number of the CD or MD does not
appear in the display.
*2 The disc number of the disc causing the error
appears in the display.
Radio reception
Preset tuning is not possible.
• Store the correct frequency in the memory.
• The broadcast signal is too weak.
The stations cannot be received.
The sound is hampered by noises.
• Connect a power aerial control lead (blue) or
accessory power supply lead (red) to the
power supply lead of a car’s aerial booster.
(Only when your car has built-in FM/MW/
LW aerial in the rear/side glass.)
• Check the connection of the car aerial.
• The auto aerial will not go up.
t Check the connection of the power aerial
control lead.
• Check the frequency.
• When the DSO mode is on, the sound is
sometimes hampered by noises.
t Set the DSO mode to off (page 23).
Automatic tuning is not possible.
• The local seek mode is set to “ON.”
t Set the local seek mode to “OFF” (page
15).
• The broadcast signal is too weak.
t Perform manual tuning.
The “ST” indication flashes.
• Tune in the frequency accurately.
• The broadcast signal is too weak.
t Set the monaural reception mode to
“ON” (page 16).
A programme broadcast in stereo is heard
in monaural.
The unit is in monaural reception mode.
t Cancel monaural reception mode (page
16).
RDS
The SEEK starts after a few seconds of
listening.
The station is non-TP or has weak signal.
t Press (TA) repeatedly until “TA-OFF”
appears.
No traffic announcements.
• Activate “TA.”
• 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.
Error displays
(For this unit and optional CD/MD changers)
The following indications will flash for about
5 seconds, and an alarm sound will be heard.
BLANK*
1
No tracks have been recorded on an MD.*
2
t Play an MD with recorded tracks on it.
ERROR*
1
• A CD is dirty or inserted upside down.*
2
t Clean or insert the CD correctly.
• An MD does not playback because of some
problem.*
2
t Insert another MD.
• A CD/MD cannot play because of some
problem.
t Insert another CD/MD.
HI TEMP
The ambient temperature is more than 50°C.
t Wait until the temperature goes down
below 50°C.
NO DISC
No disc is inserted in the CD/MD unit.
t Insert discs in the CD/MD unit.
NO MAG
The disc magazine is not inserted in the CD/
MD unit.
t Insert the magazine in the CD/MD unit.
NO MUSIC
A CD which is not a music file is inserted in
the MP3 playable CD unit.
t Insert a music CD in the MP3 playable CD
unit.
NOT READY
The lid of the MD unit is open or the MDs are
not inserted properly.
t Close the lid or insert the MDs properly.
RESET
The CD/MD unit cannot be operated because
of some problem.
t Press the RESET button on the unit.
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If these solutions do not help improve the
situation, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Messages
L.SEEK +/–
The Local Seek mode is on during automatic
tuning (page 15).
NO AF
There is no altenative frequency for the current
station.
“ ” or “ ”
You have reached the beginning or the end of
the disc and you cannot go any further.
About ID3 tag version 2
Although not a malfunction, the follo w ing occurs
when an MP3 file containing ID3 tag ver.2 is
played:
– When skipping a portion of ID3 tag ver.2 (at the
beginning of the track), sound is not output.
Skip time changes depending ID3 tag ver.2
capacity.
Example: At 64 kbytes, it is about 2 seconds
(with RealJukebox).
– The displayed elapsed playing time when
skipping a portion of ID3 tag ver.2 is inaccurate.
For MP3 files of a bit rate other than 128 kbps,
time is not displayed accurately during play back.
– When an MP3 file is created with MP3
conversion softwa re (e x. RealJuk ebo x*), ID3 tag
ver.2 will automatically be written.
* “RealJukebox is a registered trademark of
RealNetworks, Inc.”
As of December, 2001
2
Willkommen!
Danke, dass Sie sich für diesen CD-Player von
Sony entschieden haben. Sie haben folgende
zusätzliche Möglichkeiten, um die vielfältigen
Funktionen des Geräts noch besser nutzen zu
können:
• Wiedergabe von MP3-Dateien.
• Wiedergabe von CD-Rs/CD-RWs, zu denen
eine Sitzung hinzugefügt werden kann
(Seite 7).
• Wiedergabe von Multi-Session-CDs (CD-
Extra, Misch-CD usw.) je nach
Aufnahmeverfahren (Seite 8).
• Gesondert erhältliche CD/MD-Geräte
(We chsler und Player)*
1
.
•ID3-Tag*
2
-Informationen, Version 1 (werden
bei der Wiedergabe einer MP3-Datei
angezeigt).
• CD TEXT-Informationen (werden bei der
Wiedergabe einer CD mit CD TEXT*
3
angezeigt).
• Mitgeliefertes Bedienungszubehör
Kartenfernbedienung RM-X115
• Gesondert erhältliches
Bedienungszubehör
Kabel-Joystick RM-X4S
*1 Dieses Gerät arbeitet nur zusammen mit Sony-
Produkten.
*2 Ein ID3-Tag ist eine MP3-Datei, die Informationen
wie die Namen von Alben, Interpreten, Titeln usw.
enthält.
*3 Eine CD mit CD TEXT ist eine Audio-CD, die
Informationen wie den Namen der CD , den Namen
des Interpreten und die Namen der Titel enthält.
Diese Daten sind auf der CD aufgezeichnet.
Dieses Etikett befindet sich an der Unterseite
des Gehäuses.
CAUTION INVISIBLE
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR
VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS
LASER RADIATIONWHEN OPEN
Dieses Etikett befindet sich am internen
Chassis der Laufwerkseinheit.
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