Sony CDX-RA750 Operating Manual

2-662-584-31 (1)

FM/AM Compact Disc Player

Operating Instructions

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To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 10. Para cancelar la pantalla de demostración (DEMO), consulte la página 11.

CDX-RA750

Welcome !

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

• CD playback

You can play CD-DA (also containing CD TEXT*), CD-R/CD-RW (MP3/WMA files also containing Multi Session (page 12)) and ATRAC CD (ATRAC3 and ATRAC3plus format (page 13)).

Type of discs Label on the disc

Warning if your car’s ignition has no ACC position

After turning the ignition off, 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.

CD-DA

MP3

WMA

ATRAC CD

• Radio reception

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

FM2, FM3, AM1 and AM2).

– BTM (Best Tuning Memory): the unit selects

strong signal stations and stores them.

• Sound adjustment – EQ3 parametric: You can choose any one

of 7 preset equalizer curves, and adjust as desired.

– DSO (Dynamic Soundstage Organizer):

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

– BBE MP: improves digitally compressed

sound such as MP3.

• Image setting You can set various display images on the unit.

– Space Producer: creates animated on-screen

patterns in time with the music.

• Optional unit operation You can also control optional CD/MD changers and optional Sony portable devices in addition to playing with this unit.

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

information such as disc, artist and track name.

This label is located on the bottom of the chassis.

Manufactured under license

from BBE Sound, Inc.

The BBE MP process improves digitally compressed sound, such as MP3, by restoring and enhancing the higher harmonics lost through compression. BBE MP works by generating even-order harmonics from the source material, effectively recovering warmth, detail and nuance.

SonicStage and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. ATRAC, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus and their logos are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

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

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

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

Table of Contents

Getting Started

Resetting the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Detaching the front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Attaching the front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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

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

Location of controls and basic operations

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

Display items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Repeat and shuffle play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Radio

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

Storing automatically — BTM . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Storing manually. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Receiving the stored stations . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Tuning automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Other functions

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

Adjusting the sound characteristics . . . . . . . 9 Customizing the equalizer curve

— EQ3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Adjusting setup items — SET . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Using optional equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

CD/MD changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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

Auxiliary audio equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Additional Information

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

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

About MP3/WMA files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

About ATRAC CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Removing the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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

Getting Started

Detaching the front panel

Resetting the unit

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

RESET button

Note

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

Setting the clock

The clock uses a 12-hour digital indication.

1 Press and hold (SEL).

The setup display appears.

2 Press (SEL) repeatedly until “Clock

Adjust” appears.

3 Press (DSPL).

The hour indication is selected.

4 Press the volume control up or down

to set the hour and minute.

To move the digital indication, press (DSPL).

5 Press (SEL).

The setup is complete and the clock starts.

With the card remote commander

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

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

Caution alarm

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

1 Press (OFF).

The unit is turned off.

2 Press , then pull it off 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

Engage part A of the front panel with part B of the unit, as illustrated, and push the left side into position until it clicks.

Note

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

Inserting the disc in the unit

1 Press Z.

Ejecting the disc

1 Press Z.

The shutter opens automatically.

2 Insert the disc label side up.

The shutter closes automatically and playback starts.

The shutter opens automatically.

The disc is ejected.

Note

The shutter will close automatically if no operation is performed for 15 seconds.

Location of controls and basic operations

Main unit

ATT

IMAGE

SOURCE MODE

1 2 3 4 5 6

Card remote commander RM-X151

OFF

SOURCE

DSPL

132

465

SEL

VOL

ATT

MODE

–

SCRL

–

GP/ALBM

DSO

EQ3SEL

BBE MP PAUSEREP SHUF

BTM SENS SCRL DSPL

OFF

CDX-RA750

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

A Volume (+/–) control 9

To adjust volume.

B ATT (attenuate) button

To attenuate the sound. To cancel, press again.

C IMAGE button 2

To select the display image. Movie mode 1-3 t Spectrum analyzer mode 1-5 t Space Producer mode t Wall paper mode 1-3 t normal play/reception mode

D SEL (select) button

To select setup items.

E Display window F Disc slot 5

To insert the disc.

G EQ3 (equalizer) button 9

To select an equalizer type (Xplod, Vocal, Edge, Cruise, Space, Gravity, Custom or off).

H DSO button 2

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

I Z (eject) button 5

To eject the disc/open the shutter.

J M>/.m (+/–) control

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

K (front panel release) button 4 L SOURCE button

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

MD*

/AUX).

M MODE button 8, 10

To select the radio band (FM/AM)/select the

unit*

N RESET button (located behind the front

panel) 4

O Number buttons

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

/ALBM*4 –/+*

To skip groups/albums (press); skip groups/albums continuously (press and hold).

(3): REP 8, 10 (4): SHUF 8, 10 (5): BBE MP*

To activate the BBE MP function, set “BBE MP on.” To cancel, set “BBE MP off.”

(6): PAUSE *

To pause playback. To cancel, press

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

P Frequency select switch (located on

the bottom of the unit)

See “Frequency Select switch” in the supplied installation/connections manual.

Q BTM button 8

To start the BTM function (press and hold).

R SENS button

To improve weak reception: LOCAL/ MONO.

S SCRL (scroll) button 8

To scroll the display item.

T DSPL (display) button 8

To change display items.

U Receptor for the card remote

commander

V OFF button

To power off; stop the source.

The following buttons on the card remote commander have also different buttons/functions from the unit.

wd < (.)/, (>) buttons

To control CD/radio, the same as the M>/.m control on the unit.

wf VOL (volume) +/– button

To adjust volume.

wg M (+)/m (–) buttons

To control CD, the same as (2)/(1) on the unit.

wh Number buttons

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

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

different, see page 10.

*6 When playing back on this unit.

Note

If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it cannot be operated with the card remote commander unless (SOURCE) on the unit is pressed, or a disc is inserted to activate the unit first.

Tip

For details on how to replace the battery, see “Replacing the lithium battery of the card remote commander” on page 13.

For details on selecting a CD/MD changer, see page 10.

Display items

Example: when you select the normal play mode by pressing (IMAGE) repeatedly (page 6).

A Source, MP3/WMA/ATRAC3plus indication B Clock C Track number/Elapsed playing time, Disc/

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

*1 Album/group number is displayed only when the

album/group is changed.

*2 When playing an MP3, ID3 tag is displayed, when

playing ATRAC CD, text information written by SonicStage, etc., is displayed, and when playing WMA, WMA tag is displayed.

To change display items C, press (DSPL); scroll display items C, press (SCRL) or set “Auto Scroll on” (page 10).

Tip

Displayed items will differ, depending on the disc type, recorded format and settings. For details on MP3/ WMA, see page 12; ATRAC CD, see page 13.

Repeat and shuffle play

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

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

Select To play

Repeat Track track repeatedly.

Repeat Album*

Repeat Group*

Shuffle Album*

Shuffle Group*2group in random order.

Shuffle Disc disc in random order.

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

To return to normal play mode, select “Repeat off” or “Shuffle off.”

album repeatedly.

group repeatedly.

album in random order.

, Album/

Radio

Storing and receiving stations

Caution

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

Storing automatically — BTM

1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until

“TUNER” appears.

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

2 Press and hold (BTM) until “BTM”

flashes.

The unit stores stations in order of frequency on the number buttons.

A beep sounds when the setting is stored.

Storing manually

1 While receiving the station that you

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

The number button indication appears in the display.

Note

If you try to store another station on the same number button, the previously stored station will be replaced.

Receiving the stored stations

1 Select the band, then press a number

button ((1) to (6)).

Tuning automatically

1 Select the band, then press the

M>/.m control up or down to search for the station.

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

Tip

If you know the frequency of the station you want to listen to, press and hold the M>/.m control to quickly locate the approximate frequency, then press the M>/.m control up or down repeatedly to fine adjust to the desired frequency (manual tuning).

Other functions

Changing the sound settings

Adjusting the sound characteristics

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

1 Press (SEL) repeatedly until

“Balance,” “Fader” or “Sub Woofer” appears.

The item changes as follows:

equalizer setting*

Balance (left-right) t Fader (rear-front) t Sub Woofer (subwoofer volume)* AUX Level*

*1 When EQ3 is activated (page 9). *2 “– ∞” is displayed at the lowest setting, and can

be adjusted up to 20 steps.

*3 When AUX source is activated (page 11).

2 Press the volume control up or down

repeatedly to adjust the selected item.

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

With the card remote commander

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

Customizing the equalizer curve — EQ3

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

1 Select a source, then press (EQ3)

repeatedly to select “Custom.”

2 Press (SEL) repeatedly until “LOW

Center Frequency” appears.

3 Press the volume control up or down

repeatedly to select the desired frequency.

LOW Frequency can be set to 60 Hz or 100 Hz.

4 Press (SEL). 5 Press the volume control up or down

repeatedly to adjust the volume level.

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

6 Press (SEL).

Repeat steps 3 to 6 to adjust “MID” and “HIGH.” MID and HIGH frequencies differ but are set in the same way (MID: 500 Hz or 1.0 kHz; HIGH: 10.0 kHz or 12.5 kHz).

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

Tip

Other equalizer types are also adjustable.

With the card remote commander

In step 3 and 5, to adjust the selected item, press <, M, , or m.

Adjusting setup items — SET

1 Press and hold (SEL).

The setup display appears.

2 Press (SEL) repeatedly until the

desired item appears.

3 Press the volume control up or down

to select the setting (example “on” or “off”).

4 Press and hold (SEL).

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

Note

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

With the card remote commander

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

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

z” indicates the default settings.

Clock Adjust (page 4) Beep

To set “on” (z) or “off.”

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Auto Image

Auto Image mode automatically steps (every 10 seconds) through the display images. – “All” (

z): to step repeatedly through the

display images in all display modes. – “off”: to not change the image automatically. – “SA”: to step repeatedly through the display

images of Spectrum analyzer mode. – “Movie”: to step repeatedly through the

display images of Movie mode.

Info (Infomation)

To display the items (depending on the source, etc.). – “Simple” (

z): to not display any items.

– “All”: to display all items. – “Clear”: to have items automatically

disappear.

AUX -Audio *

To turn the AUX source display “on” (

z) or

“off” (page 11).

Dimmer

To change the brightness of the display. –“Auto” (

z): to dim the display automatically

when you turn lights on. – “on”: to dim the display. – “off”: to deactivate the dimmer.

Motion DSPL (Motion Display)

To select the Motion Display mode. – “on” (

z): to show moving patterns and

spectrum analyser. – “off”: to deactivate the Motion Display.

Demo*

(Demonstration)

To s et “o n” (z) or “off.”

Auto Scroll

To scroll long displayed item automatically when the disc/album/group/track is changed. – “on”: to scroll. – “off” (

z): to not scroll.

LPF (Low Pass Filter)

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

z), “125Hz” or “78Hz.”

* When the unit is turned off.

Using optional equipment

CD/MD changer

Selecting the changer

1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “CD” or

“MD” appears.

2 Press (MODE) repeatedly until the desired

changer appears.

Unit number, MP3 indication*

Disc/Album number

LP2/LP4 indication*

Playback starts.

*1 When MP3 is played. *2 When MDLP disc is played.

Skipping albums and discs

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

–/+).

To skip Press (1)/(2)

album and release (hold for a

moment).

album continuously

within 2 seconds of first releasing.

discs repeatedly.

discs continuously

then, press again within 2 seconds and hold.

Repeat and shuffle play

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

(SHUF) repeatedly until the desired setting appears.

Select To play

Repeat Disc*1disc repeatedly.

Shuffle Changer*

Shuffle All*

*1 When one or more CD/MD changers are

connected.

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

MD changers are connected.

To return to normal play mode, select “Repeat off” or “Shuffle off.”

Tip

“Shuffle All” will not shuffle tracks between CD units and MD changers.

tracks in the changer in random

order.

tracks in all units in random order.

Rotary commander RM-X4S

Attaching the label

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

SPL

Location of controls

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

SEL

PRESET/

DISC

SOURCE

VOL

ATT

DSPL

SEEK/AMS

MODE

OFF

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

• PRESET/DISC control

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

• VOL (volume) control

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

• SEEK/AMS control

The same as the M>/.m control 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

1 While pushing the VOL control, press and

hold (SEL).

Auxiliary audio equipment

You can connect optional Sony portable devices to the BUS AUDIO IN/AUX IN terminal on the unit. If the changer or other device is not connected to the terminal, the unit allows you to listen to the portable device on your car speakers.

Note

When connecting a portable device, be sure BUS CONTROL IN is not connected. If a device is connected to BUS CONTROL IN, “AUX” cannot be selected by (SOURCE).

Tip

When connecting both a portable device and a changer, use the optional AUX-IN selector.

Selecting auxiliary equipment

1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “AUX”

appears. Operate by the portable device itself.

Adjust the volume level

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

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

appears.

3 Start playback of the portable audio device at a

moderate volume.

4 Set your usual listening volume on the unit. 5 Press (SEL) repeatedly until “AUX Level”

appears, and press the volume control up or down to adjust the input level (±6 dB).

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.

Additional Information

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.

Moisture condensation

On a rainy day or in a very damp area, moisture condensation may occur inside the lenses and display of the unit. Should this occur, the unit will not operate properly. In such a case, remove the disc and wait for about an hour until the moisture has evaporated.

To maintain high sound quality

Be careful not to splash juice or other soft drinks onto the unit or discs.

Notes on discs

• To keep a disc clean, do not touch its surface. Handle the disc by its edge.

• Keep your discs in their cases or disc magazines when not in use.

• Do not subject discs to heat/high temperature. Avoid leaving them in a parked car or on a dashboard/rear tray.

• Do not attach labels, or use discs with sticky ink/ residue. Such discs may stop spinning when used, causing a malfunction, or may ruin the disc.

• 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 analogue discs.

Notes on CD-R/CD-RW discs

• Some CD-Rs/CD-RWs (depending on the equipment used for its recording or the condition of the disc) may not play on this unit.

• You cannot play a CD-R/a CD-RW that is not finalized.

Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies

This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

Note on DualDiscs

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

• 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.

About MP3/WMA files

MP3, which stands for MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3, is a music file compression format standard. It compresses audio CD data to approximately 1/10 of its original size. WMA, which stands for Windows Media Audio, is another music file compression format standard. It compresses audio CD data to approximately 1/22* of its original size.

* only for 64 kbps

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

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

folders).

– MP3/WMA files (tracks) and folders contained

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

– displayable characters for a folder/file name is

32 (Joliet), or 64 (Romeo).

• ID3 tag versions 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4 apply to

MP3 only. ID3 tag is 15/30 characters (1.0 and

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

Playback order of MP3/WMA files

MP3/WMA

Notes

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

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

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

first session is played.

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

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

Notes on MP3

• Be sure to finalize the disc before using on the unit.

• If you play a high-bit-rate MP3, such as 320 kbps,

sound may be intermittent.

Notes on WMA

• Files made with lossless compression are not playable.

• Files protected by copyright are not playable.

Folder (album)

MP3/WMA file (track)

About ATRAC CD

ATRAC3plus format

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

ATRAC CD

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

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

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

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

Note

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

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

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.

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Fuse replacement

When replacing the fuse, be sure to use one matching the amperage rating stated on the original fuse. If the fuse blows, check the power connection and replace the fuse. If the fuse blows again after replacement, there may be an internal malfunction. In such a case, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Fuse (10A)

Cleaning the connectors

The unit may not function properly if the connectors between the unit and the front panel are not clean. In order to prevent this, detach the front panel (page 4) and clean the connectors with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol. Do not apply too much force. Otherwise, the connectors may be damaged.

2 Remove the unit.

1Insert both release keys simultaneously

until they click.

Hook facing inwards.

2Pull the release keys to unseat the unit.

Main unit Back of the front

Notes

• For safety, tur n off the ignition before cleaning the connectors, and remove the key from the ignition switch.

• Never touch the connectors directly with your fingers or with any metal device.

panel

Removing the unit

1 Remove the protection collar.

1 Detach the front panel (page 4). 2 Pinch both edges of the protection collar,

then pull it out.

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

Tuning range:

87.5 – 108.0 MHz (at 50 kHz step)

87.5 – 107.9 MHz (at 200 kHz step)

FM tuning interval: 50 kHz/200 kHz switchable Aerial terminal: External aerial connector Intermediate frequency: 10.7 MHz/450 kHz Usable sensitivity: 9 dBf Selectivity: 75 dB at 400 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio: 67 dB (stereo), 69 dB (mono) Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz: 0.5 % (stereo),

0.3 % (mono)

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

Tuning range:

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

AM tuning interval: 9 kHz/10 kHz switchable Aerial terminal: External aerial connector Intermediate frequency: 10.7 MHz/450 kHz Sensitivity: 30 µV

Power amplifier section

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

General

Outputs:

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

Inputs:

Telephone ATT control terminal Illumination control terminal BUS control input terminal BUS audio input/AUX IN terminal Remote controller input terminal Aerial input terminal

Tone controls:

Low: ±10 dB at 60 Hz or 100 Hz (XPLOD) Mid: ±10 dB at 500 Hz or 1 kHz (XPLOD) High: ±10 dB at 10 kHz or 12.5 kHz (XPLOD)

Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery

(negative earth)

Dimensions: Approx. 178 × 50 × 182 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-X151 Parts for installation and connections (1 set)

Optional accessories/equipment:

Rotary commander: RM-X4S BUS cable (supplied with an RCA pin cord): RC-61 (1 m), RC-62 (2 m) CD changer (10 discs): CDX-757MX, CDX-656X MD changer (6 discs): MDX-66XLP Source selector: XA-C30 AUX-IN selector: XA-300

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

US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories.

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

Note

This unit cannot be connected to a digital preamplifier or an equalizer which is Sony BUS system compatible.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

• Lead-free solder is used for soldering certain parts. (more than 80 %)

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

• Halogenated flame retardants are not used in cabinets.

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

• Packaging cushions do not use polystyrene foam.

Troubleshooting

The following checklist will help you remedy problems you may encounter with your unit. Before going through the checklist below, check the connection and operating procedures.

General

No power is being supplied to the unit.

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

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

t Turn on the unit.

The power aerial does not extend.

The power aerial does not have a relay box.

No sound.

• The volume is too low.

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

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

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

t Play back with a Sony MP3 compatible CD

changer, or this unit.

No beep sound.

• The beep sound is cancelled (page 9).

• 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 connecting lead or battery has been disconnected.

• The power connecting lead is not connected properly.

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

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

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

• The dimmer is set “Dimmer on” (page 10).

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

tPress and hold (OFF) on the unit until the

display appears.

• The connectors are dirty (page 14).

Shutter does not close.

Press and hold Z for more than 2 seconds. If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

DSO does not function.

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

The images change automatically.

In Auto Image mode, the selected image cannot be displayed. t To display selected image only, set to “Auto Image

off” (page 10).

Any display items do not display.

t Set to “Info All” (page 10).

CD/MD playback

The disc cannot be loaded.

• Another disc is already loaded.

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

The disc does not playback.

• Defective or dirty disc.

• The CD-Rs/CD-RWs are not for audio use (page 12).

MP3/WMA files cannot be played back.

The disc is incompatible with the MP3/WMA format and version (page 12).

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

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

The ATRAC CD cannot play.

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

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

The display items do not scroll.

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

• “Auto Scroll” is set to “off.”

tSet “Auto Scroll on” (page 10) or press (SCRL).

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 4).

Card remote commander does not work.

Close the shutter.

“MS” or “MD” does not appear on the source display when both the optional MGS-X1 and MD changer are connected.

This unit recognizes MGS-X1 as an MD unit. t Press (SOURCE) until “MS” or “MD” appears,

then press (MODE) repeatedly.

Radio reception

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/AM 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 7).

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:

Press (SENS) until “Local on” appears.

t Tuning does not stop at a station:

Press (SENS) repeatedly until “Mono on” or “Mono off” (FM), or “Local off” (AM) appears.

• 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 Press (SENS) to set the monaural reception

mode to “Mono on.”

An FM programme broadcast in stereo is heard in monaural.

The unit is in monaural reception mode. t Press (SENS) until “Mono off” appears.

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