Sony Xplod CDX-GT430IP User manual

SONY:
4-105-632-11 (1)
FM/AM
Compact Disc Player
Operating Instructions ___
Mode d'emploi __
Manual de instrucciones __
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the unit.
Record these numbers
in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. Serial No. _
To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 4.
Pour annuler I'affichage de demonstration (DEMO), reportez-vous a la page 4.
Para cancelar la pantalla de demostraci6n (DEMO), consulte la pagina 4.
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For installation and connections, see the
supplied installation/connections manual.
Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for aClass Bdigital
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 intetference
will not
occur in apmticular 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.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product
will increase
eye hazard.
For the state of california, USA only
Perchlorate Material- special handling may apply,
See www.dtsc.ca.govlhazardouswaste/perchlorate
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains
perchlorate
The "HD Radio Ready" logo indicates that this
product will control aSony HD
Radio™ tuner
(sold separately).
For HD Radio™ tuner operation, please refer to
the HD
Radio™ tuner Operating Instructions.
HD
Radio™ and the HD Radio Ready logo are
proprietary trademarks
of iBiquity Digital Corp.
~ D The "SAT Radio Ready"
SAT logo indicates that this
RADIO product will control a
REA DYsatellite radio tuner module
(sold separately). Please see your nearest
authorized Sony dealer for details on the
satellite radio tuner module.
"SAT Radio," "SAT Radio Ready," the SAT
Radio and SAT Radio Ready logos and all
related marks are trademarks
of Sirius Satellite
Radio Inc. and XM Satellite Radio Inc.
Microsoft, Windows Media,
and the Windows logo are
trademarks
or registered
trademarks
of Microsoft
Corporation
in the United States and/or other
countries.
iPod
is atrademark of Apple Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and
patents licensed
from Fraunhofer llS and Thomson.
This product
is protected by certain intellectual
property rights
of Microsoft Corporation. Use or
distribution
of such technology outside of this
product is prohibited without alicense from
Microsoft or
an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
Warning if your car's ignition has no
ACC position
Be sure to set the auto off function (page 12).
The unit will shut
off completely and
automatically in the set time after the unit is
turned off, which prevents battery drain.
If you do not set the auto off function, press
and hold
(OFF) until the display disappears
each time you turn the ignition off.

Table of Contents
Getting Started
Playable discs on this unit 4
Resetting the
unit. 4
Canceling the DEMO mode 4
Preparing the card remote commander 4
Setting the clock 4
Detaching the front panel 5
Attaching the front panel 5
iPod
Playing back iPod .................... .. 10
Playing tracks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 10
Display items. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 10
Setting the play mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. II
Repeat and shuffle play . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. II
Operating an iPod directly
-Passenger
control. ................. .. II
Other functions
Changing the sound settings. ........... .. 12
Adjusting the sound characteristics
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BAL/FAD/SUB 12
Customizing the equalizer curve
-EQ3 12
Adjusting setup items - SET ....... .. 12
Using optional equipment. ............. .. 13
Auxiliary audio equipment. . . . . . . . . . . .. 13
CD changer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 13
Location of controls and basic
operations
Main unit 6
Card remote commander RM-XI51 6
Searching for atrack - Quick-BrowZer 8
Searching by skip items - Jump mode 8
Radio
Storing and receiving stations 9
Storing automatically - BTM 9
Storing manually 9
Receiving the stored stations 9
Tuning automatically 9
CD
Display items 9
Repeat and shuffle play 9
Support site
Additional Information
Precautions .
Notes on discs .
Playback order
of MP3IWMA files .
About iPod .
Maintenance .
Removing the unit. .
Specifications .
Troubleshooting .
Error displaysIMessages .
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If you have any questions or for the latest support information on this
product, please visit the web site below:
http://esupport.sony.com
http://www.sony.com/xplod
Provides information on:
•Models and manufacturers of compatible digital audio players
•Supported MP3IWMAIAAC files
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Getting Started
Playable discs on this unit
This unit can play CD-DA (also containing CD
TEXT) and CD-R/CD-RW (MP3IWMA files
(page 14)).
Type of discs Label on the disc
CD-DA
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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 (page 5) and press the
RESET button (page 6) with apointed object,
such as aball-point pen.
Note
Pressing the RESET button will erase the clocksetting
and some stored contents.
Canceling the DEMO mode
You can cancel the demonstration display which
appears during turning off.
1Press and hold the select button.
The setup display appears.
2Press the select button repeatedly
until "DEMO" appears.
3Rotate the control dial to select
"DEMO-OFF."
4Press and hold the select button.
The setup is complete and the display returns
to normal play/reception mode.
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Preparing the card remote
commander
Remove the insulation film.
Tip
For how to rep/ace the battery, page 15.
Setting the clock
The clock uses a12-hour digital indication.
1Press and hold the select button.
The setup display appears.
2Press the select button repeatedly
until "CLOCK-ADJ" appears.
3Press (SEEK) +.
The hour indication flashes.
4Rotate the control dial to set the hour
and minute.
To move the digital indication, press (SEEK)
+/-.
5After setting the minute, press the
select button.
The setup is complete and the clock starts.
To display the clock, press
(DSPL). Press
( DSPL) again to return to the previous display.

Detaching the front panel
You can detach the front panel of this unit to
prevent theft.
Caution alarm
If you tum the ignition switch to the OFF
position without detaching the front panel, the
caution alarm will sound for afew seconds.
The alarm will only sound
if the built-in
amplifier is used.
1Press (OFF ).
The unit is turned off.
2Press i!i, then pull it off towards you.
Notes
•Do not drop or put excessive pressure on the front
panel
and display window.
•Do notsubject the front panel to heat/high
temperature
or moisture. Avoid leaving it in aparked
car or on adashboard/rear tray.
Attaching the front panel
Engage part ® of the front panel with part ® of
the unit, as illustrated, and push the left side into
position until it clicks.
Note
Do not put anything on the innersurface of the front
panel.
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Location of controls and basic operations
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Main unit
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This section contains instructions on the location
of controls and basic operations. For details, see
the respective pages.
For iPod operation, see "iPod" on page 10, or for
optional device (CD changer, etc.) operation, see
"Using optional equipment" on page 13.
The corresponding buttons on the card remote
commander control the same functions as those
on the unit.
[I] OFF button
To power off; stop the source.
I2J ~ (BACK) button page 8
To return to the previous display.
lID SOURCE button
To power on; change the source (Radio/CD/
iPod/AUX)*1.
@] Q(BROWSE) button page 8
To enter the Quick-BrowZer mode (iPod).
[§] Control dial/select button
To adjust volume (rotate); select setup items
(press and rotate).
[ID Disc slot
Insert the disc (label side up), playback
starts.
[II Display window
rID ~ (eject) button
To eject the disc.
Card remote commander
RM-X151

[ID SEEK +/- buttons
CD/iPod:
To skip tracks (press); skip tracks. ..
continuously (press, then press agam wlthm
about Isecond and hold); reverse/fast-
forward atrack (press and hold).
Radio:
To tune in stations automatically (press); find
astation manually (press and hold).
[Q] ~ (front panel release) button page 5
[j] MODE button page 9, 10, 11
Press to: Select the radio band (FM/AM)*'/
select the play mode
of iPod.
Press and hold to: Enter/cancel the passenger
control.
Ml Receptor for the card remote
commander
MI RESET button (located behind the front
panel) page 4
[HI EQ3 (equalizer) button page 12
To select an equalizer type (XPLOD,
VOCAL, EDGE, CRUISE, SPACE,
GRAVITY, CUSTOM or OFF).
I1§] BTM/CAT*2 button page 9
To start the BTM function (press and hold).
[1§] Number buttons
CD/iPod:
CD/(%): AlBM -/+ (during MP3IWMA
playback)
To skip albums (press); skip albums
continuously (press and hold).
®: REP page 9,11
CD: SHUF page 9, 11
@:PAUSE
To pause playback. To cancel, press
again.
Radio:
To receive stored stations (press); store
stations (press and hold).
[II DSPl (display)/SCRl (scroll) button
page 9,10,11
To change display items (press); scroll the
display item (press and hold).
[j]] AUX input jack page 13
To connect aportable audio device.
The following buttons on the card remote
commander have also different buttons/functions
from the unit. Remove the insulation film before
use (page 4).
mm "(~Y"(~)buttons
To control CD/radio/iPod, the same as
(SEEK) -/+ on the unit.
Setup, sound setting, etc., can be operated
by
.. ...
~ DSPl (display) button page 9, 10, 11
To change display items.
PJI VOL (volume) +/- button
To adjust volume.
fE ATT (attenuate) button
To attenuate the sound. To cancel, press
agam.
g] SEl (select) button
The same as the select button on the unit.
gJ t(+Y. (-) buttons
To control CDliPod, the same as CD/(%)
(ALBM -/+) on the unit.
Setup, sound setting, etc., can be operated
by
t •.
fj SCRl (scroll) button
To scroll the display item.
~ Number buttons
To receive stored stations (press); store
stations (press and hold).
*IIn the case of a CO changer, HO Radio tuner or
SAT tunerbeing connected; when ( SOURCE) is
pressed, the connecteddevice ("HO," "XM"
or "SR'J
will appear
in the display, depending on which
device is connected. Furthermore,
if ( MODE) is
pressed, you can switch the changer, HO Radio
tunerband
or SAT tuner band.
*2 When the SATtuner is connected.
Note
If the unitis turned off and the display disappears, it
cannot be operated with the card remote commander
unless
(SOURCE) on the unit is pressed, or adisc is
inserted to activate the unit first.
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Searching for a track
- Quick-Browler
You can search for atrack in an iPod easily by
category. 0. (BROWSE)
Control dial
~ (BACK)
SEEK
+/-
1Press 0. (BROWSE).
The unit enters the Quick-BrowZer mode,
and the list of search categories appears.
2Rotate the control dial to select the
desired search category, then press it
to confirm.
-3Repeat step 2until the desired track is
selected.
Playback starts.
To return to the previous display
Press ~ (BACK).
To exit the Quick-BrowZer mode
Press Q(BROWSE).
Note
When entering the Quick-BrowZermode, the repeat!
shuffle setting is canceled.
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Searching by skip items
-Jump mode
When many items are in acategory, you can
search the desired item quickly.
1Press (SEEK) + in Quick-BrowZer
mode.
The following display appears.
oCurrent item number
oTotal item number in the current layer
Then the item name will appear.
2Rotate the control dial to select the
desired item, or one near the desired
item.
It skips in steps of 10% of the total item
number.
3Press the control dial.
The display returns to the Quick-BrowZer
mode and the selected item appears.
4Rotate the control dial to select the
desired item and press it.
Playback starts if the selected item is atrack.
To cancel Jump mode
Press ~ (BACK) or (SEEK) -.

Radio
Storing and receiving stations
Caution
When tuning in stations while driving, use Best
Tuning Memory (BTM) to prevent an accident.
Storing automatically -BTM
1Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until
"TUNER" appears.
To change the band, press (MODE)
repeatedly. You can select from FM 1, FM2,
FM3, AM1or AM2.
2Press and hold (BTM) until "BTM"
flashes.
The unit stores stations in order of frequency
on the number buttons.
Abeep sounds when the setting is stored.
Storing manually
1 While receiving the station that you
want to store, press and hold a
number button (CD to ®) until
"MEM" appears.
Note
If you try to store another station on the same number
button, the previously stored station will be replaced.
For details on selecting aCD changer, see
page
13.
Display items
[Ihl iJ
,""-----Or--:----"--
oSource
oTrack name*l, Disc/artist name*l, Artist
name*l, Album number*2, Album name*l,
Track numberlElapsed playing time, Clock
*1The information of a CD TEXT, MP3IWMA is
displayed.
*2 Album
number is displayed only when the album is
changed.
To change display items 0, press (DSPL).
Tip
Displayed items will differdepending on the disc type,
recording format and settings.
Repeat and shuffle play
1 During playback, press ®(REP) or
m(SHUF) repeatedly until the
desired setting appears. -
*When an MP3IWMA is played.
To return to normal play mode, select "e; OFF'
or "SHUF OFF."
Receiving the stored stations
1Select the band, then press a number
button (CD to ®).
Tuning automatically
1Select the band, then press ( SEEK) +/-
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 (SEEK) +/- to locate the
approximate frequency, then press (SEEK) +/-
repeatedly to fine adjust to the desired frequency
(manual tuning).
Select
e; TRACK
e; ALBUM*
SHUF ALBUM*
SHUF DISC
To play
track repeatedly.
album repeatedly.
album
in random order.
disc in random order.
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iPod
Playing back iPod
By connecting an iPod to the dock connector at
the rear
of the unit, you can listen on your car
speakers, while controlling the iPod from the
unit.
For details on the compatibility of your iPod, see
"About iPod" on page
14 or visit the support site.
Support site
http://esupport.sony.com
http://www.sony.com/xplod
Playing tracks
Before connecting the iPod to the dock
connector, tum down the volume of the unit.
1Connect the iPod to the dock
connector.
The iPod will tum on automatically, and the
display will appear on the iPod screen as
below.*
3Adjust the volume.
Press (OFF) to stop playback.
Tips ..
•When the ignition key is turned to the ACC pOSItIOn,
or the unit is on, the iPod will be recharged.
•
If the iPod is disconnected during playback, "NO
IPOD"appears in the display
of the unit.
Resume mode
When the iPod is connected to the dock
connector, the mode of this unit changes to the
resume mode and playback starts in the mode set
by the iPod.
In resume mode, the following buttons do not
function.
-@ (REP)
- CD (SHUF)
Display items
"Source (iPod) indication
oTrack name, Artist name, Album name, Track
numberlElapsed playing time, Clock
To change display items 0, press (DSPL).
Tip
When album/podcastlgenre/artistlplaylist is changed,
its item numberappears momentarily.
Note
Some letters storedin iPod may not be displayed
correctly.
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The tracks on the iPod start playing
automatically from the point last played.
If an iPod is already connected, to start
playback press (SOURCE) repeatedly until
"IPOD" appears.
* If the iPod was playedback in the passenger control
last time, this will
not appear.
2Press (MODE) to select the play mode.
The mode changes as follows:
RESUMING -ALBUM -TRACK -
PODCAST* -GENRE -PLAYlIST
-ARTIST
* May not appear depending on iPod setting.

Setting the play mode
1During playback, press (MODE).
The mode changes as follows:
ALBUM --+ TRACK --+ PODCAST* --+
GENRE --+ PLAYLIST --+ ARTIST
*May not appear depending on iPodsetting.
Skipping albums, podcasts, genres,
playlists and artists
Operating an iPod directly
- Passenger control
You can operate an iPod connected to the dock
connector directly.
1During playback, press and hold
(MODE).
"MODE IPOD" appears and you will be able
to operate the iPod directly.
Repeat and shuffle play
1During playback, press ®(REP) or
ill (SHUF) repeatedly until the
desired setting appears.
To
Skip
Skip
continuously
Select
e; TRACK
e; ALBUM
e; PODCAST
e; ARTIST
e; PLAYLIST
e; GENRE
Press
(D/® (ALBM -1+)
[press once for each]
(D/® (ALBM -1+)
[hold to desired point]
To play
track repeatedly.
album repeatedly.
podcast repeatedly.
artist repeatedly.
playlist repeatedly.
genre repeatedly.
To change the display to clock
Press (DSPL).
To exit the passenger control
Press and hold (MODE).
Then "MODE AUDIO" will appear and the play
mode will change to "RESUMING."
Notes
•The volume can be adjusted only by the unit.
•
If this mode is canceled, the repeat setting will be
turned off.
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SHUF ALBUM
SHUF PODCAST
SHUF ARTIST
SHUF PLAYLIST
SHUF GENRE
SHUF DEVICE
album in random order.
podcast in random order.
artist in random order.
playlist in random order.
genre in random order.
device in random order.
After 3seconds, the setting is complete.
To return to normal play mode, select "e; OFF"
or "SHUF OFF."
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Other functions
Changing the sound settings
Adjusting the sound
characteristics -BAUFAD/SUB
You can adjust the balance, fader, and subwoofer
volume.
1 Press the select button repeatedly
until "BAl;' "FAD" or "SUB" appears.
The item changes as follows:
lOW*1
-+ MID*1 -+ HI*1 -+
BAl (left-right) -+ FAD (front-rear) -+
SUB (subwoofer volume)*2 -+ AUX*3
*\ When EQ3 is activated (page 12).
*2 When the audio outputis set to "SUB-OUT'
(page
12).
"ATT'is displayed at the lowestsetting, and can
be adjusted up to 21 steps.
*3 When AUX source is activated (page 13).
2 Rotate the control dial to adjust the
selected item.
3 Press ~ (BACK).
The setting
is complete and the display
returns to normal play/reception mode.
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 the select button repeatedly
until "lOW," "MID" or "HI" appears.
3 Rotate the control dial to adjust the
selected item.
The volume level is adjustable in I dB steps,
from
-10 dB to +10 dB.
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Repeat steps 2and 3to adjust the equalizer
curve.
To restore the factory-set equalizer curve,
press and hold the select button before the
setting
is complete.
4 Press ~ (BACK).
The setting
is complete and the display
returns to normal play/reception mode.
Tip
Other equalizer types are also adjustable.
Adjusting setup items - SET
1 Press and hold the select button.
The setup display appears.
2 Press the select button repeatedly
until the desired item appears.
3 Rotate the control dial to select the
setting (example "ON" or "OFF").
4 Press and hold the select button.
The setup is complete and the display returns
to normal play/reception mode.
Note
Displayed items will differ, depending on the source
and setting.
The following items can be set (follow the page
reference for details):
ClOCK-ADJ (Clock Adjust) (page 4)
BEEP
Activates the beep sound: "ON," "OFF."
AUX-A*1 (AUX Audio)
Activates the AUX source display: "ON,"
"OFF" (page
13).
A.OFF (Auto Off)
Shuts offautomatically after adesired time
when the unit
is turned off: "NO," "30S
(seconds)," "30M (minutes)," "60M (minutes)."
SUB/REAR*1
Switches the audio output: "SUB-OUT"
(subwoofer), "REAR-OUT' (power amplifier).
DEMO (Demonstration)
Activates the demonstration:
"ON," "OFF."
DIM (Dimmer)
Changes the display brightness:
"ON," "OFF."
M.DSPL (Motion Display)
Selects the Motion Display mode.
-"SA": to show moving patterns and spectrum
analyzer.
-
"OFF': to deactivate the Motion Display.
A.SCRl (Auto Scroll)
Scrolls long items automatically:
"ON," "OFF."
lOCAL (Local Seek Mode)
-"ON":
to only tune into stations with stronger
signals.
- "OFF': to tune normal reception.
MONO*2 (Monaural Mode)
Selects monaural reception mode
to improve
poor FM reception:
"ON," "OFF."
lPF*3 (Low Pass Filter)
Selects the subwoofer cut-offfrequency:
"OFF,"
"80Hz," "100Hz," "120Hz," "140Hz," "160Hz."

LPF NORM/REV*3 (Low Pass Filter Normal!
Reverse)
Selects the phase when the LPF is on: "NORM,"
"REV."
HPF (High Pass Filter)
Selects the front/rear speaker cut-off frequency:
"OFF," "80Hz," "100Hz," "120Hz," "140Hz,"
"160Hz."
LOUD (Loudness)
Reinforces bass and treble for clear sound at low
volume levels: "ON,"
"OFF."
BTM (page 9)
*1When the unit is turned off.
*2 When FM is received.
*3 When the audio output is set to "SUB-OUT."
Using optional equipment
1Tum down the volume on the unit.
2Press
(SOURCE) repeatedly until "AUX"
appears.
"AUX FRONT IN" appears.
3Start playback
of the portable audio device at a
moderate volume.
4Set your usual listening volume on the unit.
SPress the select button repeatedly until "AUX"
appears, and rotate the volume control dial to
adjust the input level
(-8 dB to +18 dB).
CD changer
Selecting the changer
1Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until "CD"
appears.
2Press
C""-::M""':":O=O=E=-") repeatedly until the desired
changer appears.
Playback starts.
Skipping albums and discs
1During playback, press CD/CD (ALBM -/+).
Unit number Disc number
~,-----~:~a: )
Repeat and shuffle play
1During playback, press G) (REP) or 0
(SHUF) repeatedly until the desired setting
appears.
To return to normal play mode, select "e: OFF'
or "SHUF OFF."
Auxiliary audio equipment
By connecting an optional portable audio device
to the AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) on the
unit and then simply selecting the source, you
can listen on your car speakers. The volume level
is adjustable for any difference between the unit
and the portable audio device. Follow the
procedure below:
Connecting the portable audio
device
1Turn off the portable audio device.
2Turn down the volume on the unit.
3Connect to the unit.
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Connecting cord*
(not supplied)
*Be sure to use astraight type plug.
Adjust the volume level
Be sure to adjust the volume for each connected
audio device before playback.
To skip
album
album
continuously
discs
discs
continuously
Select
e: DISC
SHUF
CHANGER
SHUF ALL
Press CD/(%) (ALBM -/+)
and release (hold for a
moment).
within 2seconds
of first
releasing.
repeatedly.
then, press again within 2
seconds and hold.
To play
disc repeatedly.
tracks in the changer in random
order.
tracks
in all units in random
order.
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Additional Information
Precautions
•Cool off the unit beforehand if your car has been
parked in direct sunlight.
•Power antenna (aerial) extends automatically.
Moisture condensation
Should moisture condensation occur inside the unit,
remove the disc and wait for about an hour for it to
dry out; otherwise the unit will not operate properly.
To maintain high sound quality
Do not splash liquid onto the unit or discs.
Notes on discs
•Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat
sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a
car
parked in direct sunlight.
•Before playing, wipe the discs
with acleaning cloth from the
center out.
Do not use solvents
such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available
cleaners.
•Discs that this unit
CANNOT play
-Discs with labels, stickers, or
sticky tape or paper attached. Doing so may
cause amalfunction,
or may ruin the disc.
-Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart,
square, star). Attempting to do so may damage
the unit.
- 8 cm
(3 '/4 in) discs
Notes on CD-RlCD-RW discs
•The maximum number of: (CD-R/CD-RW only)
-folders (albums): 150 (including root folder)
-tiles (tracks) and folders: 300 (may less than 300
if folder/file names contain many characters)
-displayable characters for afolder/file name: 32
(Joliet)/64 (Romeo)
•If the multi-session disc begins with aCD-DA
session,
it is recognized as aCD-DA disc, and
other sessions are not played back.
•This unit is designed to playback discs that
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
DualDiscs and some
of the music discs encoded
with copyright protection technologies do not
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard,
therefore, these discs may not be playable by this
unit.
•Discs that this unit CANNOT play
-CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality.
-CD-R/CD-RW recorded with an incompatible
recording device.
-CD-R/CD-RW which
is finalized incorrectly.
-CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in
music
CD format or MP3 format conforming to
IS09660 Level I/Level 2, Joliet/Romeo or
multi-session.
Playback order of MP3IWMA files
CJ
Folder
(album)
~ MP3IWMA file
(track)
About iPod
This unit can be connected to the following iPods.
Update your iPod to the latest software before you
use it.
-iPod mini*
-iPod nano Ist generation
-iPod nano 2nd generation (aluminum)
-iPod nano 3rd generation (video)
-iPod 4th generation*
-iPod 4th generation (color display)*
-iPod 5th generation (video)
-iPod classic
-iPod touch
*When you connect an iPod mini or the 4th
generation
of iPod, Passenger control is not
available.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your unit that are not covered in this manual, consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
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Maintenance
Replacing the lithium battery of the
card remote commander
Under normal conditions, the battery will last
approximately Iyear. (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 anew CR2025 lithium battery. Use
of any other battery may present arisk of fire or
explosion.
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 5)
and clean the connectors with acotton swab. Do not
apply too much force. Otherwise, the connectors
may be damaged.
Notes
•For safety, turn offthe ignition before cleaning the
connectors,
and remove the key from the ignition
switch.
•Never touch the connectors directly with yourfingers
or with anymetal device.
Notes on the lithium battery
•Keep the lithium battery
out of the reach of children.
Should the battery be swallowed, immediately
consult adoctor.
•Wipe the battery with adry cloth to assure agood
contact.
•Be sure
to observe the correct polarity when
installing the battery.
•Do
not holdthe battery with metallic tweezers,
otherwise ashort-circuit may occur.
WARNING
Battery may explode if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of
in fire.
Main unit Back of the front
panel
-
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 powerconnection and
replace the fuse.
If the fuse
blows again after replacement,
there may be
an internal
malfunction. In such acase,
consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
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Fuse (10 A)
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Removing the unit Specifications
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
CD Player
section
Signal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB
Frequency response: 10 -20,000 Hz
Wow
and flutter: Below measurable limit
CEA2006 Standard
Power Output:
17 Watts RMS x 4 at
4Ohms <
1% THD+N
SN Ratio: 82 dBA
(reference: IWatt into 4Ohms)
Power amplifier section
Output: Speaker outputs (sure seal connectors)
Speaker impedance: 4 - 8 ohms
Maximum power output: 52 W x 4 (at 4ohms)
General
Outputs:
Audio outputs terminal (front, sub/rear switchable)
Power antenna (aerial) relay control terminal
Power amplifier control terminal
Inputs:
Antenna (aerial) input terminal
BUS control input terminal
BUS audio input terminal
AUX input jack (stereo mini jack)
iPod signal input terminal (dock connector)
Tone controls:
Low: ±
10 dB at 60 Hz (XPLOD)
Mid: ±IO dB at IkHz (XPLOD)
High: ±
10 dB at 10 kHz (XPLOD)
Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery
(negative ground (earth»
Power supply voltage: 11- 16 V
Dimensions: Approx. 178 x50 x 179 mm
(7 1/
8x2x7'/8 in) (w/h/d)
Mounting dimensions: Approx. 182 x53 x 162 mm
(7 '/4 x21/8x61 /2 in) (w/h/d)
Mass: Approx.
1.3 kg (2 Ib 14 oz)
Tuner section
FM
Tuning range: 87.5 -107.9 MHz
Antenna (aerial) terminal:
External antenna (aerial) connector
Intermediate frequency: 150 kHz
Usable sensitivity:
10 dBf
Selectivity: 75 dB at 400 kHz
Signal-to-noise
ratio: 70 dB (mono)
Separation: 40 dB at IkHz
Frequency response: 20 -15,000 Hz
AM
'funing range: 530 -1,710 kHz
Antenna (aerial) terminal:
External antenna (aerial) connector
Intermediate frequency: 25 kHz
Sensitivity: 26
f.l V
•
o .... ..".~
Hookfacing
inwards.
eSlide the unit out of the mounting.
ePull the release keys to unseat the unit.
2Remove the unit.
oInsert both release keys simultaneously
until they click.
1Remove the protection collar.
oDetach the front panel (page 5).
ePinch both edges of the protection collar,
then pull it out.
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Supplied accessories:
Card remote commander: RM-X151
Parts for installation and connections (I set)
Optional accessories/equipment:
BUS cable (supplied with
an RCA pin cord):
RC-61 (I m), RC-62 (2 m)
CD changer (10 discs): CDX-757MX
CD changer (6 discs): CDX-T69
Source selector: XA-C40
AUX-IN selector: XA-300
Interface adaptor for iPod: XA-120lP
HD
Radio™ tuner: XT-lOOHD
Your
dealer may not handle some of the above listed
accessories. Please ask the
dealer for detailed
information.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
•Halogenated flame retardants are not used
in the
certain printed wiring boards.
•Halogenated flame retardants are not used
in
cabinets.
•Packaging cushions are made from paper.
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.
If the problem is not solved, visit the following
support site.
Support site
http://esupport.sony.com
http://www.sony.com/xplod
No power is being supplied to the unit.
•Check the connection or fuse.
• If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it
cannot be operated with the remote commander.
-+ Turn on the unit.
The power antenna (aerial) does not extend.
The power antenna (aerial) does not have arelay box.
No sound.
•The
ATT function is activated.
•The position
of the fader control "FAD" is not set for
a2-speaker system.
No beep sound.
•The beep sound
is canceled (page 12).
•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.
-+ Store again into the memory.
•The power supply lead
or battery has been
disconnected or
it is not connected properly.
Stored stations and correct time are erased.
The fuse has blown.
Makes noise when the position of the ignition
is switched.
The leads are not matched correctly with the car's
accessory power connector.
During playback or reception, demonstration
mode starts.
If no operation
is performed for 5minutes with
"DEMO-ON" set, demonstration mode starts.
-+ Set "DEMO-OFF" (page 12).
The display disappears from/does not appear
in the display window.
•The dimmer
is set "DIM-ON" (page 12).
•The display disappears if you press and hold (OFF).
-+ Press and hold (OFF) on the unit until the
display appears.
•The connectors are dirty (page 15).
continue to next page ---+
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The Auto Off function does not operate.
The unit is turned on. The Auto Off function activates
after turning off the unit.
-Turn off the unit.
CD 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
14).
MP3IWMA files cannot be played back.
The disc is incompatible with the MP3IWMA format
and version. For details on playable discs and formats,
visit the support site.
MP3IWMA files take longer to play back than
others.
The fol1owing discs take alonger time to start
playback.
- a disc recorded with acomplicated tree structure.
- a disc recorded
in Multi Session.
- a disc to which data can be added.
The display items do not scroll.
•For discs with very many characters, those may not
scroll.
•"A.SCRL" is set to "OFF."
-Set "A.SCRL-ON" (page 12).
-Press and hold (DSPL) (SCRL).
The sound skips.
•Instal1ation is not correct.
-Instal1 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).
Radio re~pJi()nfi..>";<: , ii Hi'"
The stations cannot be received.
The sound is hampered by noises.
•The connection is not correct.
-Connect apower antenna (aerial) control lead
(blue) or accessory power supply lead (red) to the
power supply lead
of acar's antenna (aerial)
booster (only when your car has built-in FM/AM
antenna (aerial) in the rear/side glass).
-Check the connection of the car antenna (aerial).
-If the auto antenna (aerial) will not go up, check
the connection
of the power antenna (aerial)
control lead.
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.
-Tuning stops too frequently:
Set "LOCAL-ON" (page 12).
-Tuning does not stop at astation:
Set "MONO-ON" (page 12).
•The broadcast signal is too weak.
-Perform manual tuning.
During FM reception, the "ST" indication
flashes.
•Tune in the frequency accurately.
•The broadcast signal
is too weak.
-Set "MONO-ON" (page 12).
An FM program broadcast in stereo is heard in
monaural.
The unit is in monaural reception mode.
-Set "MONO-OFF" (page 12).
Error displays/Messages
CHECKING
The unit is confirming the connection of an iPod.
-Wait until confirming the connection
is finished.
COM ERR
Due to incorrect connection, data did not transfer
successfully between the unit and iPod.
-Reconnect the iPod.
ERROR*1
•The disc is dirty or inserted upside down. *2
-Clean or insert the disc correctly.
• A blank disc has been inserted.
•The disc cannot play due to aproblem.
-Insert another disc.
•iPod was not automatically recognized.
-Reconnect it again.
FAILURE (Illuminates until any button is pressed.)
The connection of speakers/amplifiers is incorrect.
-See the installation guide manual
of this model to
check the connection.
FAILURE (Illuminates for about Isecond.)
When the SAT tuner
is connected, storing an SAT
radio channel into apreset failed.
-Be sure to receive the channel that you want to
store, then try
it again.
LOAD
The CD changer is loading the disc.
-Wait until loading
is complete.
L. SEEK+/-
The local seek mode is on during automatic tuning.
NO DISC
The disc is not inserted in the CD changer.
-Insert discs
in the CD changer.
NO IPOD
No iPod connected.
-Connect iPod to dock connector.
If
"NO IPOD" appears while connecting the iPod to
the dock connector, disconnect the iPod from the dock
connector, then reconnect.
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NO MAG
The disc magazine
is not inserted in the CD changer.
-Insert the disc magazine in the CD changer.
NO MUSIC
The disc/iPod does not contain amusic file.
-Insert amusic CD in this unit or an MP3 playable
CD changer.
-Connect the iPod with amusic file in it.
NO NAME
Adisc/album/artist/track name
is not written in the
track.
NO SUPRT
The connected iPod is not supported.
OFFSET
There may be an internal malfunction.
-Check the connection.
If the error indication
remains on
in the display, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
READ
The unit is reading all track and album information on
the disc.
-Wait until reading
is complete and playback starts
automatically. Depending on the disc structure, it
may take more than aminute.
RESET
The CD unit, CD changer or iPod cannot be operated
due to aproblem.
-Press the RESET button (page 4).
UL. L.L. L." or u •••• "
During reverse or fast-forward, you have reached the
beginning or the end
of the disc and you cannot go any
further.
"
The character cannot be displayed with the unit.
*IIfan erroroccurs duringplayback of a CD, the disc
number
of the CD does notappearin the display
*2
The disc number of the disc causing the error
appears in the display
If these solutions do not help improve the situation,
consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
If you take the unit to be repaired because of CD
playback trouble, bring the disc that was used at the
time the problem began.
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If you have any questions/problems
regarding this product, try the following:
1ReadTroubleshooting in these
Operating Instructions.
2Reset the unit.
Note: Stored data may be erased.
3Please contact (U.S.A. only);
Call 1-800-222-7669
URL http://www.SONY.com
http://www.sony.netl
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