FM/AM
Compact Disc
Player
3-859-007-12 (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-406 Serial No.
Model No. EXCD-306 Serial No.
For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections
manual.
EXCD-406
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EXCD-306
1997 by Sony Corporation
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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.
Welcome !
Thank you for purchasing the Sony Compact
Disc Player. This unit lets you enjoy a variety
of features. You can use an optional rotary
remote (RM-X2S) (EXCD-406 only).
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
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Table of Contents
Getting Started
Resetting the unit ................................................ 4
Detaching the front panel .................................. 4
Setting the clock .................................................. 5
CD Player
Listening to a CD ................................................ 5
Playing a CD in various modes ........................ 6
Radio
Memorizing stations automatically
— Automatic Memory .................................. 6
Memorizing only the desired stations ............. 6
Receiving the memorized stations.................... 7
Other Functions
Adjusting the sound characteristics ................. 7
Muting the sound................................................ 7
Changing the sound and beep tone ................. 7
Turning on the clock display
— Power Select Function .............................. 8
Additional Information
Precautions ........................................................... 8
Maintenance ......................................................... 9
Dismounting the unit ......................................... 9
Attaching the label to the rotary remote
(EXCD-406 only) .......................................... 10
Location of controls .......................................... 11
Specifications ..................................................... 12
Troubleshooting guide ..................................... 13
Index ................................................................... 14
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Getting Started
Resetting the unit
Before operating the unit for the first time or
after replacing the car battery, you must reset
the unit.
Press the reset button with a pointed object,
such as a ball-point pen.
Reset button
Notes
• Pressing the reset button will erase all the memorized
program and memory functions.
• When you cannect the power supply cord to the unit or
reset the unit, wait for about 10 seconds before you insert
a disc. Do not insert a disc within these 10 seconds,
otherwise, the unit will not be reset, and you will have to
press the reset button again.
Detaching the front panel
You can detach the front panel of this unit to
prevent the unit from being stolen.
Attaching the front panel
Align part A of the front panel to part B of
the unit as illustrated, and push until it clicks.
A
B
Notes
• Be sure not to attach the front panel upside down.
• Do not press the front panel hard against the unit when
attaching it. Press it lightly against the unit.
• Do not press hard or put excessive pressure on the
display window of the front panel.
• Do not expose the front panel to direct sunlight, heat
sources such as hot air ducts, and do not leave it in a
humid place. Never leave it on the dashboard of a car
parked in direct sunlight where there may be a
considerable rise in temperature.
Caution alarm
If you turn the ignition key switch to the OFF
position without removing the front panel, the
caution alarm will be activated and a beep tone
will be heard for a few seconds (only for cars
with an accessory position on the ignition key
switch). If you connect an optional power
amplifier and do not use built-in amplifier, the
beep tone will be disabled.
1 Press (OFF).
2 Press (RELEASE) to open up the front
panel. Then slide the front panel a little
to the left, and pull it off towards you.
(OFF)
(RELEASE)
Notes
• Be sure not to drop the panel when detaching it from the
unit.
• If you press (RELEASE) to detach the panel while the
unit is still on, the unit will turn off automatically to
prevent the speakers from being damaged.
• When you carry the front panel with you, put it in the
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supplied front panel case.
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Setting the clock
The clock has a 12-hour digital indication.
Example: Set the clock to 10:08
1 Press (OFF) or (DSPL) during operation.
2 Press (DSPL) for two seconds.
100
The hour digit flashes.
1 Set the hour digits.
To go back To go forward
1000
2 Press (SEL) momentarily.
1000
The minute digits flash.
3 Set the minute digits.
To go back
To go forward
CD Player
Listening to a CD
Simply insert the CD.
Playback starts automatically.
Labelled side up
If a CD is already inserted, press (SOURCE)
repeatedly until “CD” appears.
MIN SEC
215
Elapsed playing time
Note
To play back an 8 cm (3 in.) CD, use the optional Sony
compact disc single adapter (CSA-8).
To Press
Stop playback 6 or (OFF)
Eject the CD 6
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Getting Started/CD Player
1008
3 Press (DSPL) momentarily.
1008
The clock is activated.
Note
If the car has no accessory position on the ignition key
switch, the clock cannot be set unless the power is turn on.
Set the clock after you have turned on the radio, or started
CD playback.
Each time you press (DSPL), the item changes
as follows:
z Elapsed playing time z Track number
Time Z
Locating a specific track
— Automatic Music Sensor (AMS)
During playback, press either side of
(SEEK/AMS) momentarily.
SEEK
AMS
To locate
preceding tracks
To locate
succeeding tracks
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Changing the displayed items
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Locating a specific point in a track
— Manual Search
During playback, press and hold either
side of (SEEK/AMS) for two seconds.
Release the button when you have
found the desired point.
SEEK
AMS
To search
backward
Note
If “_ _ ” or “ _ _” appears in the display, you have
reached the beginning or the end of the disc and you cannot
go any further.
To search
forward
Radio
Memorizing stations
automatically
— Automatic Memory
Stations with the clearest reception are
automatically searched and memorized on
each band (FMI, FMII, FMIII and AM). Up to 6
stations on each band can be stored on the
number buttons ((1) to (6)) in the order of
band frequency.
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Playing a CD in various
modes
Searching for the desired track
— Intro Scan
Press (1) during playback.
“INTRO” appears in the display.
The first 10 seconds of all the tracks are played.
When you find the desired track, press again.
The unit returns to the normal playback mode.
Playing tracks repeatedly
— Repeat Play
Press (2) during playback.
“REPEAT” appears in the display.
When the currently played track is over, it will
be played again from the beginning.
To cancel this mode, press again.
Playing tracks in random order
— Shuffle Play
Press (3) during playback.
“SHUFFLE” appears in the display.
To cancel this mode, press again.
1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select the
tuner.
Each time you press (MODE), the mode
change as follows:
CD ˜ TUNER
2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the
band.
Each time you press (MODE), the mode
changes as follows:
z FM I z FM II z FM III z AM
3 Press (A.MEM) for two seconds.
The unit will be starts scanning the selected
band and memories the tuned stations on
the number button (1) through (6)
automatically.
Notes
• The unit does not store stations with weak signals. If
only a few stations are received, some number buttons
remain empty.
• When a number is indicated in the display, the unit
starts storing stations from the one currently displayed.
• If a CD is not in the unit, only the tuner band appears
even if you press (SOURCE).
Memorizing only the
desired stations
You can store up to 6 stations on each band (18
for FMI, FMII and FMIII, 6 for AM) in the
order of your choice.
1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select the
tuner.
2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the
6
band.
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3 Press either side of (SEEK/AMS) to tune
in the station that you want to store on
the number button.
4 Press the desired number button ((1) to
(6)) for two 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.
Other Functions
Adjusting the sound
characteristics
You can adjust bass, treble, balance and fader.
Each source can store the bass and treble level
independently.
Receiving the memorized
stations
1 Select the desired band (page 6).
2 Press the number button ((1) to (6))
momentarily where the desired station is
stored.
If you cannot tune in a preset
station
Press either side of (SEEK/AMS)
momentarily to search for the station
(automatic tuning).
Scanning stops when the unit receives a
station. Press either side of (SEEK/AMS)
repeatedly until the desired station is
received.
Note
If the automatic tuning stops too frequently, press
(SENS) momentarily until “LCL” appears in the display
(local seek mode). Only the stations with relatively strong
signals will be tuned in.
Tip
If you know the frequency of the station you want to listen
to, press and hold either side of (SEEK/AMS) for two
seconds until the desired frequency appears (manual
tuning).
If FM stereo reception is poor
— Monaural Mode
Press (SENS) momentarily until “MONO”
appears.
The sound improves, but becomes
monaural (“ST” disappears).
To go back to the normal mode, press again
until “MONO” disappears.
Changing the displayed items
Each time you press (DSPL), the items
alternate between the frequency and time.
1 Select the item you want to adjust by
pressing (SEL) repeatedly.
VOL (volume) n BAS (bass) n TRE
(treble) n BALANCE (balance) n FADER
(fader)
2 Adjust the selected item by pressing (+)
or (–).
Adjust within three seconds after selecting
the item. (After three seconds, the buttons
work as volume control buttons.)
Muting the sound
Press (MUTE).
“MUTE” flashes.
To restore the previous volume level, press
(MUTE) again.
Changing the sound and
beep tone
Enjoying bass and treble even at
low volume — Loudness
(EXCD-306 only)
Bass and treble will be reinforced.
Press (2) while pressing (SEL).
“LOUD” appears in the display.
To cancel, press these buttons again.
Boosting the bass sound — D-bass
(EXCD-406 only)
You can enjoy clear and powerful bass sound.
The D-bass function boosts the low frequency
signal with a sharper curbe than conventional
bass boost.
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CD Player/Radio/Other Functions
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You can hear the bass line moe clearly even if
the vocal sound is the same volume. You can
emphasize and adjust the bass sound easily
with the D-bass control. This effect is similar to
the one you get when you use an optional
subwoofer system.
Moeover, the Digital D-bass* function creates
even shaper and more powerful bass sound
than Analog D-bass.
* Digital D-bass is available during CD playback.
Digital D-BASS Analog D-BASS
D-BASS 3
D-BASS 2
D-BASS 1
Frequency (Hz)
0dB
Level
D-BASS 3
D-BASS 2
D-BASS 1
Frequency (Hz)
Level
0dB
Adjusting the bass curve
Turn the D-BASS dial to adjust the bass
level (1, 2 or 3).
“D-BASS” appears in the display.
During CD playback, “DIGITAL D-BASS”
appears in the display.
To cancel, turn the dial to the OFF position.
Muting the beep tone
Press (6) while pressing (SEL).
To obtain the beep tone again, press these
buttons again.
Note
If you connect an optional power amplifier and do not use
the built-in amplifier, the beep tone will be disabled.
Additional
Information
Precautions
• If your car was 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 of a
two-speaker system, set the fader control to
the center position.
•If your car is equipped with a power
antenna, note that it will extend
automatically while the unit is operating.
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 handling CDs
A dirty or defective disc may cause sound
dropouts while playing. To enjoy optimum
sound, handle the disc as follows.
Handle the disc by its edge. To keep the disc
clean, do not touch the surface.
Do not stick paper or tape on the labeled
Turning on the clock
display
— Power Select Function
surface.
Only for cars with an accessory position on the
ignition key switch
To turn the Power Select Function ON
Press (OFF) while pressing (SEL).
The Power Select Function ties the clock
display power to the accessory position on
the ignition key switch.
Do not expose the discs to direct sunlight or
heat sources such as hot air-ducts, or leave
them in a car parked in direct sunlight where
there can be a considerable rise in the
temperature inside the car.
To avoid battery wear, the clock is not
displayed while the unit is initializing.
Note
You cannot operate this function with the optional rotary
remote (RM-X2S) (EXCD-406 only).
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Before playing, clean the discs with an
optional cleaning cloth. Wipe each disc from
the center out.
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners or antistatic
spray intended for analog discs.
Notes on 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 evaporates.
Cleaning the connectors
The unit may not function properly if the
connectors between the unit and the front
panel are not clean. To prevent this, open the
front panel by pressing (RELEASE), then
detach it and clean the connectors with a
cotton swab dipped in alcohol. Do not apply
too much force. Otherwise, the connectors may
be damaged.
Main unit
When you play 8 cm (3 in.) CDs
Use the optional Sony compact disc single
adapter (CSA-8) to protect the CD player from
being damaged.
Maintenance
Fuse replacement
When replacing the fuse, be sure to use one
that matches the amperage described on the
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 (10 A)
Warning
Never use a fuse with an amperage rating
exceeding the one supplied with the unit as
this could damage the unit.
Back of the front panel
Dismounting the unit
Release key
(supplied)
µ
µ
µ
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Other Functions/Additional Information
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Attaching the label to the
rotary remote
(EXCD-406)
You can control this unit with the optional
rotary remote (RM-X2S) (EXCD-406 only).
Several labels are supplied with the rotary
remote. Attach the label that matches the
functions of this unit and the mounting
position of the rotary remote.
After you mount the rotary remote, attach the
label in the illustration below.
DSPL
MODE
SEL
SEL
MODE
DSPL
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Location of controls
SOURCE MODE
SEEK
AMS
SEL
RELEASE
MUTE
DSPL
Refer to the pages for details.
1 SEL (control mode select) button 5, 7, 8
2 SOURCE (source select) button 5, 6
3 MODE (band select) button 6
4 SEEK/AMS (seek/Automatic Music
Sensor/manual search) button 5, 7, 8
5 Display window
6 During radio reception:
Number buttons 6, 7
During CD playback:
(1) INTRO button 6
(2) REPEAT button 6
(3) SHUF button 6
7 6 (eject) button 5
8 RELEASE (front panel release) button 4,
9
9 (+) (–) (volume/bass/treble/balance/
fader control) buttons 5, 7
INTRO REPEAT SHUF
231
564
SENS A.MEM
OFF
D-BASS
!º MUTE button 7
!¡ Reset button (located on the front side
of the unit hidden by the front panel) 4
!™ DSPL (display mode change/time set)
button 5, 7
!£ SENS (sensitivity adjust) button 7
!¢ A.MEM (Automatic Memory) button 6
!∞ OFF button 4, 5, 8
!§ D-BASS dial (EXCD-406 only) 8
The illustration of the front panel in the
manual is of the EXCD-406.
1
OFF
2
3
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Additional Information
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Specifications
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
12 watts per channel minimum continuous average power into 4
ohms, 4 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than
1% total harmonic distortion.
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CD player section
System Compact disc digital audio
system
Signal-to-noise ratio 90 dB
Frequency response 10 – 20,000 Hz
Wow and flutter Below measurable limit
Laser Diode Properties
Material GaAlAs
Wavelength 780 nm
Emission Duration Continuous
Laser output power Less than 44.6 µW*
* This output is the value measured at a distance of
200 mm from the objective lens surface on the Optical
Pick-up Block.
Tuner section
FM
Tuning range 87.5 – 107.9 MHz
Antenna terminal External antenna connector
Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz
Usable sensitivity 13 dBf
Selectivity (at 400 kHz) 70 dB
Separation (at 1 kHz) 33 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio 65 dB (stereo),
68 dB (mono)
Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz
0.5 % (stereo),
0.3 % (mono)
Frequency response 30 – 15,000 Hz
Capture ratio 2 dB
AM
Intermediate 450 kHz
frequency Sensitivity 32 µV
Tuning range 530 – 1,710 kHz
Antenna terminal External antenna connector
General
Outputs Line output (2)
Tone controls Bass ±10 dB at 100 Hz
Power requirements 12 V DC car battery
Dimensions Approx. 188 × 58 × 180 mm
Mounting dimensions Approx. 183 × 53 × 163 mm
Mass Approx. 1.3 kg (2 lb 14 oz)
Supplied accessories Parts for installation and
Optional accessories Rotary remote RM-X2S
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Power antenna relay
control/Power amplifier
control lead
Treble ±10 dB at 10 kHz
(negative ground)
1
/2 × 2 3/8 × 7
(7
(w/h/d)
1
/4 × 2 1/8 × 6
(7
(w/h/d)
connections (1 set)
Front panel case (1)
(for EXCD-406)
RCA pin cord
RC-63 (1 m), RC-64 (2 m),
RC-65 (5 m)
Cleaning cloth XP-CD1
Compact disc single
adapter CSA-8
1
/8 in.)
1
/2 in.)
Power amplifier section
Outputs Speaker outputs
Speaker impedance 4 – 8 ohms
Maximum power output 35 W × 4 (at 4 ohms)
(sure seal connectors)
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Troubleshooting guide
The following checklist will help you remedy the problems that you may encounter with your unit.
Before going through the checklist below, check the connection and operating procedures.
General
Problem
No sound.
The contents of the memory
have been erased.
Indications do not appear in the
display.
No beep tone.
CD playback
Problem
CD cannot be loaded.
Play does not begin.
CD is automatically ejected.
CD will not eject.
The operation buttons do not
function.
The sound skips due to
vibration.
Radio reception
Problem
Preset tuning is not possible.
Automatic tuning is not
possible.
The “ST” indication flashes.
Cause/Solution
•Adjust the volume with (+).
•Set the fader control to the center position for two-speaker
systems.
• The power cord or battery has been disconnected.
• The reset button has been pressed.
n Store the settings again into the memory.
Remove the front panel and clean the connectors. See “Cleaning
the connectors” (page 9) for details.
• An optional power amplifier is connected and you are not
using the built-in amplifier.
• The beep tone is muted (page 8).
Cause/Solution
• Another CD is already loaded.
• The CD was forcibly inserted upside down.
Dusty disc.
The ambient temperature is more than 50°C (122°F).
Press the 6 button for two seconds.
Press the reset button.
• The unit is installed at an angle of more than 20°.
• The unit is not installed in a sturdy part of the car.
Cause/Solution
• Store the correct frequency.
• The broadcast signal is too weak.
The broadcast signal is too weak.
n Use manual tuning.
•Tune in the frequency correctly.
•The broadcast signal is too weak.
n Set to the MONO mode (page 7).
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Additional Information
Error displays
The following indications will flash for about five seconds.
Display
If the above-mentioned solutions do not help improve the situation, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Cause
A CD is dirty or inserted upside
down.
The CD player cannot be operated
because of some problem.
Solution
Clean or insert the CD correctly.
Press the reset button or 6.
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Index
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A
Automatic Memory 6
Automatic Music Sensor (AMS) 5
Automatic tuning 7
B
Balance 7
Bass 7
Beep tone 8
C
Caution alarm 4
CD playback 5
Clock 5
D, E
D-BASS 7
Display 5, 7
F, G, H
Fader 7
Front panel 4
Fuse 9
I, J, K
Intro Scan 6
L
Local seek 7
Locating
a specific point 6
a specific track 5
Loudness 7
M, N, O
Manual search 6
Manual tuning 7
Memorizing a station 6
Monaural mode 7
Mute 7
P, Q
Power select 8
R
Radio 6
Repeat Play 6
Reset 4
Rotary remote (EXCD-406 only) 10
S
Shuffle Play 6
T, U
Treble 7
V, W, X, Y, Z
Volume 7
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