EXCD-21
FM/AM
Compact Disc
Player
3-810-611-11 (1)
Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the unit.
Record the serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No. EXCD-21 Serial No.
For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections
manual.
EN
EXCD-21
1995 by Sony Corporation
Actual total number: Sony EXCD-21 (E) 3-810-611-11(1)
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Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
— Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
Features
General
• Built-in power amplifier (max. output:
20 W × 4 ch.) enables you to enjoy 4-speaker
systems.
• Line outputs for connecting an optional
power amplifier.
• 12-hour digital clock provided (page 5).
CD player section
• 1 bit DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) for
clear sound reproduction.
• Quick recovery mechanism for preventing
sound skipping.
• Convenient functions such as the Intro Scan
Function for locating a desired track, the
Repeat Play Function for playing a track
repeatedly, and the Shuffle Play Function
for playing tracks in random order.
Tuner section
• Up to 24 stations can be preset: 18 FM
stations and 6 AM stations.
• Automatic Memory function stores a total
of 24 stations in memory quickly and easily
(page 7).
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
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Table of Contents
Precautions ............................................................... 4
Setting the Clock ...................................................... 5
CD Player Operation
Playing a CD ............................................................. 5
Ejecting the CD ........................................................ 5
Locating the Beginnings of Tracks
— AMS (Automatic Music Sensor)
Function .......................................................... 6
Locating the Desired Part of a Track
— Manual Search Function ............................... 6
Searching for the Desired Track
— Intro Scan Function ........................................ 6
Playing Tracks Repeatedly
— Repeat Play Function ..................................... 6
Playing Tracks in Random Order
— Shuffle Play Function .................................... 6
Radio Reception
Searching for Stations Automatically
— Automatic Tuning .......................................... 7
If FM Stereo Reception is Poor
— Monaural Mode .............................................. 7
Tuning in by Adjusting the Frequency
— Manual Tuning ............................................... 7
Memorizing Stations Automatically
— Automatic Memory Function ....................... 7
Memorizing Only the Desired Stations ................ 8
Receiving the Memorized Stations ....................... 8
Other Functions
Adjusting the Sound Characteristics .................... 8
Enjoying Bass and Treble at Low Volume
— Loudness Function ......................................... 8
Muting the Sound Quickly
— Mute Function ................................................ 8
Muting the Beep Tone ............................................. 9
Turning on the Clock Display
— Power Select Function ................................... 9
Maintenance ............................................................. 9
Dismounting the Unit ............................................. 9
Location of Controls .............................................. 10
Specifications .......................................................... 11
Troubleshooting Guide ......................................... 12
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Precautions
• Before operating the unit for the first time or
after replacing the car battery, press the reset
button with a ball-point pen etc., then
operate the unit.
Reset button
• If your car is parked in direct sunlight
resulting in a considerable rise in
temperature inside the car, allow the unit to
cool off before operating it.
• If no power is being supplied to the unit,
check the connections first. If everything is in
order, check the fuse.
• If no sound comes from the speakers in
2-speaker systems, set the fader control to the
center position.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your unit that are not covered in
this manual, please consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Notes on CDs
Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat
sources such as hot air-ducts. Do not leave
them in a car parked in direct sunlight where
there can be a considerable rise in the
temperature inside the car.
Before playing, clean the discs with an optional
cleaning cloth. Wipe each disc from the center
of the disc outward.
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners or antistatic
spray intended for analog discs.
Notes on Moisture condensation
On a rainy day or in a very damp area,
moisture may condense on the lenses inside
the CD player. Should this occur, the unit will
not operate properly. In this case, remove the
disc and wait for about an hour until the
moisture has evaporated.
A dirty or defective disc may cause sound
dropouts during playback. To enjoy optimum
sound, handle the disc as follows.
Handle the disc by its edge to keep the disc
clean. Do not touch its surface.
Do not stick paper or tape on the labeled
surface.
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When you play 8 cm (3 in.) CDs
To use the optional Sony compact disc single
adapter (CSA-8) to protect the CD player from
damage.
Setting the Clock
The clock has a 12-hour digital indication.
For example, setting it to 10:08
1 Display the time.
(Press the
unit operation.)
2 Press the
seconds.
The hour digit(s) blinks.
Set the hour digits.
3 Press the SEL button momentarily.
The minute digits blink.
Set the minute digits.
4 Press the
The clock activates.
Note
If the car has no accessary position on the ignition key
switch, the clock cannot be set unless the power is turned
on. Set the clock after you have turned on the radio, or
during CD playback.
OFF
DSPL
DSPL
or
button for more than two
button during
100
to go forward
to go back
1000
1000
to go forward
to go back
1008
DSPL
button momentarily.
CD Player Operation
Playing a CD
After inserting the CD, playback will
start from the first track automatically.
Label side up
If a CD is already inserted, press the CD
button to start playback.
When the unit starts CD playback, the
elapsed playing time will be displayed.
To display the elapsed playing time and the
track number alternately, press the
button.
MIN SEC
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Elapsed playing time
When the last track on the CD is over,
the track number indication will return to “1”,
and playback will continue from the first track
of the CD.
Note
To play a 8 cm (3 in.) CD, use the optional Sony compact
disc single adapter (CSA-8).
To stop playback,
eject the CD by pressing the button or
press the
Playback stops also when you select another
source (radio) by pressing the FM/AM button.
OFF
button.
DSPL
EN
CD Player Operation
Ejecting the CD
Press the button.
Note
If you leave the ejected disc in the disc insertion slot after
you have pressed the 6 button, the disc will automatically
retract into the unit after about 15 seconds in order to
protect it.
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