Sony XE-8MKII User Manual

FM/AM Compact Disc Player
3-810-607-31 (2)
Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones
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For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections manual.
Con respecto a la instalación y las conexiones, consulte el manual de Instalación/ conexiones suministrad.
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1996 by Sony Corporation
Actual total number: SONY CDX-2100 (E,S,C) 3-810-607-31(2)
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.
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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).
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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
Memorising Stations Automatically
— Automatic Memory Function ....................... 7
Memorising Only the Desired Stations ................ 8
Receiving the Memorised 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 ballpoint 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 centre 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
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 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 centre 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.
When you play 8 cm CDs
To use the optional Sony compact disc single adapter (CSA-8) to protect the CD player from damage.
Do not stick paper or tape on the labelled surface.
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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
two seconds.
OFF
DSPL
DSPL
or
button for more than
button during
CD Player Operation
Playing a CD
After inserting the CD, playback will start from the first track automatically.
Label side up
The hour digit(s) blinks.
Set the hour digits.
to go forward
to go back
1000
3 Press the SEL button momentarily.
1000
The minute digits blink.
Set the minute digits.
to go forward
to go back
1008
100
4 Press the
The clock activates.
Note
If the car has no accessory 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.
DSPL
button momentarily.
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
Elapsed playing time
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DSPL
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 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.
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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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Locating the Beginnings of Tracks
— AMS (Automatic Music Sensor) Function
During playback, press either side of the SEEK/AMS/MANU button once for each track you wish to skip.
SEEK/AMS
MANU
SEEK/AMS
MANU
Playing Tracks in Random Order
Press the n “SHUF” appears on the display.
All tracks on the currently selected disc are played in random order.
—Shuffle Play Function
SHUF
3
button during playback.
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To locate previous tracks
To locate succeeding tracks
Locating the Desired Part of a Track
During playback, press and hold either side of the SEEK/AMS/MANU button for more than two seconds. Release the button when you have found the desired part.
To reverse To forward
If you reverse to the beginning of the disc, “_ _ ” appears on the display. Forwarding to the end of the disc causes “ _ _” to be displayed. In either case, you can neither proceed to the previous nor the following track.
— Manual Search Function
SEEK/AMS
MANU
SEEK/AMS
MANU
Searching for the Desired Track
Press the n “INTRO” appears on the display.
The first 10 seconds of all the tracks are played. When you find the desired track, press the button once more. The unit returns to normal playback mode.
— Intro Scan Function
INTRO
1
button during playback.
Playing Tracks Repeatedly
— Repeat Play Function
Press the n “REPEAT” appears on the display.
When the currently played track is over, it will be played again from the beginning. To cancel this mode, press the button again.
REPEAT
button during playback.
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Radio Reception
Tuning in by Adjusting the Frequency
1 Select the desired band.
— Manual Tuning
Searching for Stations Automatically
1 Select the desired band.
FM
AM
2 Press either side of the SEEK/AMS/MANU
button once to search for the next station (automatic tuning).
For lower frequencies For higher frequencies
The scanning stops when a station is received. Press either side of the SEEK/AMS/MANU button repeatedly until the desired station is received.
When an FM stereo programme with sufficient signal strength is tuned in,
FM
STEREO
the “STEREO" indication appears.
To keep the automatic tuning from stopping on stations too frequently (local seek mode), press
SENS
the indication.
Only the stations with relatively strong signals will be tuned in. The local seek mode functions only when automatic tuning is in operation.
FMI n FMII n FMIII n FMI n ···
AM
SEEK/AMS
MANU
879
button momentarily to get the “LOCAL”
— Automatic Tuning
SEEK/AMS
MANU
2 Press and hold either side of the SEEK/
AMS/MANU button.
Release the button when the desired station is received.
SEEK/AMS
MANU
For lower frequencies For higher frequencies
PREVENT ACCIDENTS!
When tuning in during driving, use automatic tuning.
SEEK/AMS
MANU
Memorising Stations Automatically
— Automatic Memory Function
Stations with the clearest reception are automatically searched and memorised on each band (FMI, FMII, FMIII and AM). Up to 6 stations on each band can be stored on the preset number buttons 1 to 6 in the order of band frequency.
1 Select the desired band.
2 Press the
seconds.
The unit will be start scanning the selected band and memorise the tuned stations on the preset number buttons 1 through 6 automatically.
A.MEM
button for more than two
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CD Player Operation/Radio Reception
If FM Stereo Reception is
— Monaural Mode
Poor
Press the n “MONO” appears on the display.
The sound will improve, but it will be monaural.
By pressing the displayed items as follows:
z LOCAL z MONO z Normal mode
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SENS
button momentarily.
SENS
button, you can change the
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Memorising Only the Desired Stations
1 Select the desired band (page 7).
Other Functions
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2 Tune in the station which you wish to
store on a preset number button.
3 Press and hold the desired preset
number button ( two seconds until you hear a beep tone.
The number of the pressed preset number button appears in the display window.
Up to 6 stations on each band (FMI, FMII, FMIII and AM) can be stored on the preset number buttons in the order of your choice. Therefore, 18 stations can be memorised on FM. If you try to store another station on the same preset number button, the previously stored station will be erased.
INTRO
to 6) for about
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Receiving the Memorised Stations
1 Select the desired band (page 7).
2 Press momentarily the preset number
button ( desired station is stored.
Note
If you press the preset number button for more than two seconds, the currently received station will be memorised. To receive the previously memorised station, make sure that the preset number button is pressed only momentarily.
INTRO
to 6) on which the
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Adjusting the Sound Characteristics
1 Select the item you want to adjust by
pressing the SEL button repeatedly.
VOL (volume) n BAS (bass) n TRE (treble) n BALANCE (balance) n FADER (fader) n VOL (volume) n ···
2 Adjust the selected item by pressing
either side of the +/– button.
Adjust within three seconds after selecting. (After three seconds the buttons will again serve as volume control buttons.)
Enjoying Bass and Treble at Low Volume
— Loudness Function
Press the appear on the display.
The bass and treble will be boosted. To cancel, press again.
LOUD
button. n “LOUD” will
Muting the Sound Quickly
— Mute Function
Press the indication flashes.
The sound is muted at once. To restore the previous volume level, press again.
This function will be also cancelled when:
— + side of the +/– or OFF button is pressed. — ejecting a CD by pressing the 6 button during CD
playback.
MUTE
button. n The “MUTE”
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