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... communications. This information is recorded on a circuit different from English, French, or Spanish. • Optional CD/MD units (both changers and players)*2. • CD TEXT information (displayed when a CD TEXT disc*3 is connected. - Thank you select. *2 This unit works with the instructions, may cause harmful interference... choice from that interference will increase eye hazard. These limits are cautioned that includes information such as the disc name, artist name, and track names. Welcome ! CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this Sony Compact Disc Player.
... communications. This information is recorded on a circuit different from English, French, or Spanish. • Optional CD/MD units (both changers and players)*2. • CD TEXT information (displayed when a CD TEXT disc*3 is connected. - Thank you select. *2 This unit works with the instructions, may cause harmful interference... choice from that interference will increase eye hazard. These limits are cautioned that includes information such as the disc name, artist name, and track names. Welcome ! CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this Sony Compact Disc Player.
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... a video 22 Storing TV channels automatically 22 Storing only the desired TV channels. . . . . 23 Storing the TV channel names 23 Displaying the information stored on discs 6 Getting Started Resetting the unit 7 Detaching the front panel 8 Setting the clock 9 CD Player CD/MD Unit (optional) Playing a disc 9 Display items 10 Playing tracks repeatedly -
... a video 22 Storing TV channels automatically 22 Storing only the desired TV channels. . . . . 23 Storing the TV channel names 23 Displaying the information stored on discs 6 Getting Started Resetting the unit 7 Detaching the front panel 8 Setting the clock 9 CD Player CD/MD Unit (optional) Playing a disc 9 Display items 10 Playing tracks repeatedly -
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... button 18 4 i OFF (Stop/Power off) button 8, 9, 21, 25 j VOL buttons (+/-) k MODE button CD/MD 10, 11 RADIO 13, 14 TV 22 l EQ7 button 20 m LIST button CD/MD 11, 12 RADIO 15, 16 TV 23, 24 n DISC buttons (+/-) CD/MD 10, 12 RADIO 14, 16 TV 22, 24 MENU 9, 11, 12, 13, 15..., 12, 13, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24 f SOURCE (Power on how to "Replacing the lithium battery" for details. SOUND SOURCE DISC - Tip Refer to replace the batteries (page 26). SEEK- CD/MD : During Playback RADIO : During radio reception MENU : During menu mode TV : During TV reception SCRL DSPL REP 1 4 DSO SHUF...
... button 18 4 i OFF (Stop/Power off) button 8, 9, 21, 25 j VOL buttons (+/-) k MODE button CD/MD 10, 11 RADIO 13, 14 TV 22 l EQ7 button 20 m LIST button CD/MD 11, 12 RADIO 15, 16 TV 23, 24 n DISC buttons (+/-) CD/MD 10, 12 RADIO 14, 16 TV 22, 24 MENU 9, 11, 12, 13, 15..., 12, 13, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24 f SOURCE (Power on how to "Replacing the lithium battery" for details. SOUND SOURCE DISC - Tip Refer to replace the batteries (page 26). SEEK- CD/MD : During Playback RADIO : During radio reception MENU : During menu mode TV : During TV reception SCRL DSPL REP 1 4 DSO SHUF...
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... divert your attention from the center out. Precautions • If your car was parked in this manual, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Wipe each disc from the road. To maintain high sound quality Be careful not to do not touch the surface. Do not use . Moisture ...condensation On a rainy day or in .) CDs. • Before playing, clean the discs with a commercially available cleaning cloth. Avoid leaving them in use such discs. • You cannot play 8 cm (3 in a very damp area, moisture condensation may ruin the...
... divert your attention from the center out. Precautions • If your car was parked in this manual, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Wipe each disc from the road. To maintain high sound quality Be careful not to do not touch the surface. Do not use . Moisture ...condensation On a rainy day or in .) CDs. • Before playing, clean the discs with a commercially available cleaning cloth. Avoid leaving them in use such discs. • You cannot play 8 cm (3 in a very damp area, moisture condensation may ruin the...
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...this unit. • You cannot play a CD-R that a disc is not finalized*. * A process necessary for a recorded CD-R disc to distinguish CD-Rs for audio use. Look for this mark to be played on the audio CD player. • You cannot play CD-RWs (rewritable CDs) on this unit. RESET button Note Pressing ...the RESET button will erase the clock setting and some stored contents. 7 Notes on CD-R/CD-RW discs • You can play CD-Rs (recordable CDs) designed for audio use on...
...this unit. • You cannot play a CD-R that a disc is not finalized*. * A process necessary for a recorded CD-R disc to distinguish CD-Rs for audio use. Look for this mark to be played on the audio CD player. • You cannot play CD-RWs (rewritable CDs) on this unit. RESET button Note Pressing ...the RESET button will erase the clock setting and some stored contents. 7 Notes on CD-R/CD-RW discs • You can play CD-Rs (recordable CDs) designed for audio use on...
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CD/MD playback or radio reception stops (the display remains on). * If your car has no ACC position on the ignition switch, be deactivated. 1 Press the ...
CD/MD playback or radio reception stops (the display remains on). * If your car has no ACC position on the ignition switch, be deactivated. 1 Press the ...
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...playback. Tip When D.Info mode is always displayed (page 19). 2 Close the front panel. Playing a disc (With this unit, you can also control external CD/MD units. The clock starts. CD Player CD/MD Unit (optional) In addition to on, the time is set the hour. 3 Press the (+) ...side of (DISC) repeatedly until "CD" appears to next page t 9 To Stop playback Eject the disc Skip tracks - The minute indication ...
...playback. Tip When D.Info mode is always displayed (page 19). 2 Close the front panel. Playing a disc (With this unit, you can also control external CD/MD units. The clock starts. CD Player CD/MD Unit (optional) In addition to on, the time is set the hour. 3 Press the (+) ...side of (DISC) repeatedly until "CD" appears to next page t 9 To Stop playback Eject the disc Skip tracks - The minute indication ...
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... each track of the same source will be displayed. • For some CD TEXT discs with very many characters, information may not scroll. • This unit cannot display the artist name for CD TEXT discs with the artist name. 10 Notes • Some characters cannot be scrolled ... Auto scroll is set to select "CD" or "MD." 2 Press (MODE) repeatedly until the desired unit appears. Repeat Play The disc in random order - Disc selection Press (DISC) (+/-) Display items When the disc/track changes, any prerecorded title*1 of the new disc/track is automatically displayed (if the Auto...
... each track of the same source will be displayed. • For some CD TEXT discs with very many characters, information may not scroll. • This unit cannot display the artist name for CD TEXT discs with the artist name. 10 Notes • Some characters cannot be scrolled ... Auto scroll is set to select "CD" or "MD." 2 Press (MODE) repeatedly until the desired unit appears. Repeat Play The disc in random order - Disc selection Press (DISC) (+/-) Display items When the disc/track changes, any prerecorded title*1 of the new disc/track is automatically displayed (if the Auto...
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...the desired character. Erasing the Disc Memo 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select "CD." 2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to label in step 2. 11 The stored names will repeat the disc during CD/CD TEXT disc playback Tip To find the Disc Memo you can label each disc with the CUSTOM FILE function. ...2 Press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC) repeatedly to normal CD play mode. A t B t C ... Viewing the Disc Memo As a display item, the Disc Memo always...
...the desired character. Erasing the Disc Memo 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select "CD." 2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to label in step 2. 11 The stored names will repeat the disc during CD/CD TEXT disc playback Tip To find the Disc Memo you can label each disc with the CUSTOM FILE function. ...2 Press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC) repeatedly to normal CD play mode. A t B t C ... Viewing the Disc Memo As a display item, the Disc Memo always...
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...of (DISC) repeatedly until you find the desired disc. 3 Press (ENTER) to play the disc. Bank (For a CD unit with the CUSTOM FILE function) If you label the disc, you can use this function for discs that have been assigned custom names*1 or for CD TEXT discs*2. *1 Locating a disc by name - Locating a disc by ...its custom name: when you assign a name for up (For a CD unit with the CD TEXT/ CUSTOM FILE function, ...
...of (DISC) repeatedly until you find the desired disc. 3 Press (ENTER) to play the disc. Bank (For a CD unit with the CUSTOM FILE function) If you label the disc, you can use this function for discs that have been assigned custom names*1 or for CD TEXT discs*2. *1 Locating a disc by name - Locating a disc by ...its custom name: when you assign a name for up (For a CD unit with the CD TEXT/ CUSTOM FILE function, ...
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... refer to the current station appears in the desired station. If no name is connected, the list appears on the TV monitor instead of (DISC) repeatedly until you want to tune in the display. Using the rotary commander First, attach the appropriate label depending on how you find the desired... station. Tuning in a station through a list - Other Functions You can also control the unit (and optional CD/ MD units) with a rotary commander. Note If the TV tuner XT-40V is assigned to the selected station, the frequency appears in the display. 3...
... refer to the current station appears in the desired station. If no name is connected, the list appears on the TV monitor instead of (DISC) repeatedly until you want to tune in the display. Using the rotary commander First, attach the appropriate label depending on how you find the desired... station. Tuning in a station through a list - Other Functions You can also control the unit (and optional CD/ MD units) with a rotary commander. Note If the TV tuner XT-40V is assigned to the selected station, the frequency appears in the display. 3...
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SOURCE Rotate and release to : - Tune in and rotate the control to next page t 17 Fast-forward/reverse a track. - Skip tracks. - Change the disc*. * When an optional CD/MD unit is connected. *2 If your car has no ACC (accessory) position on the unit. Rotate, hold, and release to : - To turn the unit on...
SOURCE Rotate and release to : - Tune in and rotate the control to next page t 17 Fast-forward/reverse a track. - Skip tracks. - Change the disc*. * When an optional CD/MD unit is connected. *2 If your car has no ACC (accessory) position on the unit. Rotate, hold, and release to : - To turn the unit on...
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... mode at low volumes. Select "off ." - After the mode setting is completed, the display returns to hear FM radio/TV stereo broadcast in the display and activate Demo display. - Changing the sound and display settings - to ... is turned off (Local seek mode) (page 14) - To set A.Scrl, press (MENU) during CD/MD playback. 2 Press either side of (SEEK) to deactivate the Dimmer. • Contrast - Selectable only.... (CDXCA860X only) Note If the volume is turned up very high when connected to off and the disc/ track name is set : Set Up • Clock (page 9) • Beep - Tip You...
... mode at low volumes. Select "off ." - After the mode setting is completed, the display returns to hear FM radio/TV stereo broadcast in the display and activate Demo display. - Changing the sound and display settings - to ... is turned off (Local seek mode) (page 14) - To set A.Scrl, press (MENU) during CD/MD playback. 2 Press either side of (SEEK) to deactivate the Dimmer. • Contrast - Selectable only.... (CDXCA860X only) Note If the volume is turned up very high when connected to off and the disc/ track name is set : Set Up • Clock (page 9) • Beep - Tip You...
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...equalizer You can store and adjust the equalizer settings for frequency and level. Adjusting the equalizer curve 1 Press (MENU). 2 Press either side of (DISC) repeatedly until "EQ7 Tune" appears, then press (ENTER). 3 Press either side of (SEEK) to select the desired frequency. Each time you ... press (EQ7), the item changes. Setting the Dynamic Soundstage Organizer (DSO) If your speakers are installed into the lower part of (DISC) to select a source (radio, CD, MD, or TV). 2 Press (DSO) repeatedly until the desired equalizer curve. To cancel the equalizing effect, select "off " ...
...equalizer You can store and adjust the equalizer settings for frequency and level. Adjusting the equalizer curve 1 Press (MENU). 2 Press either side of (DISC) repeatedly until "EQ7 Tune" appears, then press (ENTER). 3 Press either side of (SEEK) to select the desired frequency. Each time you ... press (EQ7), the item changes. Setting the Dynamic Soundstage Organizer (DSO) If your speakers are installed into the lower part of (DISC) to select a source (radio, CD, MD, or TV). 2 Press (DSO) repeatedly until the desired equalizer curve. To cancel the equalizing effect, select "off " ...
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... 4 Enter the characters. 1 Press (DSPL) to appear when the unit is turned off ). 1 Press (OFF). A t a t 0 t A 2 Press the (+)*1 side of (DISC) repeatedly to enter the entire sentence. 5 Press (ENTER). A t B t C t ... If you press the (-) side of (SEEK), you can move back to the left. 4...to select the character type. t ! t *2 t A *1 For reverse order, press the (-) side of (DISC). *2 (blank space) 3 Press the (+) side of (SEEK) after step 3. 21 CD/MD playback or radio reception stops (the display remains on a spectrum analyzer. Labeling a Motion Display You can select ...
... 4 Enter the characters. 1 Press (DSPL) to appear when the unit is turned off ). 1 Press (OFF). A t a t 0 t A 2 Press the (+)*1 side of (DISC) repeatedly to enter the entire sentence. 5 Press (ENTER). A t B t C t ... If you press the (-) side of (SEEK), you can move back to the left. 4...to select the character type. t ! t *2 t A *1 For reverse order, press the (-) side of (DISC). *2 (blank space) 3 Press the (+) side of (SEEK) after step 3. 21 CD/MD playback or radio reception stops (the display remains on a spectrum analyzer. Labeling a Motion Display You can select ...
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...before all indications appear in the display. • The contents of (SEEK). 6 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to a CD or MD - To turn off the list display on a disc Press (LIST) during CD/MD playback. Watching the TV or video while listening to select a "TV" or "AUX (video)." 7 Press (... you are listening to the radio. 1 Press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC) repeatedly until "Simul Sel" appears. 2 Press (ENTER). 3 Press the (-) side of (SEEK). 4 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select "CD" or "MD." 5 Press the (+) side of preset memory cannot be displayed. Simultaneous ...
...before all indications appear in the display. • The contents of (SEEK). 6 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to a CD or MD - To turn off the list display on a disc Press (LIST) during CD/MD playback. Watching the TV or video while listening to select a "TV" or "AUX (video)." 7 Press (... you are listening to the radio. 1 Press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC) repeatedly until "Simul Sel" appears. 2 Press (ENTER). 3 Press the (-) side of (SEEK). 4 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select "CD" or "MD." 5 Press the (+) side of preset memory cannot be displayed. Simultaneous ...
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... or video and want to listen to prevent this could damage the unit. In order to a CD or MD as this , detach the front panel (page 8) and clean the connectors with a cotton...in alcohol. Additional Information Maintenance Fuse replacement When replacing the fuse, be sure to normal mode To cancel the CD or MD, select "- - -" in step 6. Returning to use a fuse with the unit as well...with an amperage rating exceeding the one matching the amperage rating stated on a CD/MD unit while the unit is in Simultaneous Play mode, Simultaneous Play is canceled. In such a case, ...
... or video and want to listen to prevent this could damage the unit. In order to a CD or MD as this , detach the front panel (page 8) and clean the connectors with a cotton...in alcohol. Additional Information Maintenance Fuse replacement When replacing the fuse, be sure to normal mode To cancel the CD or MD, select "- - -" in step 6. Returning to use a fuse with the unit as well...with an amperage rating exceeding the one matching the amperage rating stated on a CD/MD unit while the unit is in Simultaneous Play mode, Simultaneous Play is canceled. In such a case, ...
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Tuner section FM Tuning range 87.5 - 107.9 MHz Antenna terminal External antenna connector Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz/450 kHz Usable sensitivity 8 dBf Selectivity 75 dB at 400 kHz ... harmonic distortion. Design and specifications are subject to a digital preamplifier or an equalizer. CD Player section Signal-to 20 kHz with an RCA pin cord) RC-61 (1 m), RC-62 (2 m) CD changer (10 discs) CDX-848X, CDX-747X CDX-646 CD changer (6 discs) CDX-T68X, CDX-T67 MD changer (6 discs) MDX-65 Source selector XA-C30 TV tuner XT-40V, etc. Note This...
Tuner section FM Tuning range 87.5 - 107.9 MHz Antenna terminal External antenna connector Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz/450 kHz Usable sensitivity 8 dBf Selectivity 75 dB at 400 kHz ... harmonic distortion. Design and specifications are subject to a digital preamplifier or an equalizer. CD Player section Signal-to 20 kHz with an RCA pin cord) RC-61 (1 m), RC-62 (2 m) CD changer (10 discs) CDX-848X, CDX-747X CDX-646 CD changer (6 discs) CDX-T68X, CDX-T67 MD changer (6 discs) MDX-65 Source selector XA-C30 TV tuner XT-40V, etc. Note This...
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... stations and correct time are not matched correctly with your car has built-in FM/AM antenna in the rear/side glass.) • Check the connection of more than 60°. • The unit is not finalized, or a CD-RW. • You tried to the power supply lead of the car. The... upside down or in the wrong way. The car does not have a relay box. The power antenna does not have an ACC position. CD/MD playback A disc cannot be ejected. A disc is connected and you may not play due to the unit. • Check the connection. The ambient temperature exceeds 50°C (122...
... stations and correct time are not matched correctly with your car has built-in FM/AM antenna in the rear/side glass.) • Check the connection of more than 60°. • The unit is not finalized, or a CD-RW. • You tried to the power supply lead of the car. The... upside down or in the wrong way. The car does not have a relay box. The power antenna does not have an ACC position. CD/MD playback A disc cannot be ejected. A disc is connected and you may not play due to the unit. • Check the connection. The ambient temperature exceeds 50°C (122...
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... because of the MD unit is not inserted in the CD/ MD unit. Not Ready The lid of some problem. If these solutions do not help improve the situation, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Messages LCL Seek +/- NO Mag The disc magazine is open or the MDs are not inserted properly....cannot be heard. t Press the RESET button on it. The Local Seek mode is inserted in the CD/MD unit. Interference occurs during automatic tuning (page 14). NO Disc No disc is on during FM reception. t Close the lid or insert the MDs properly. High Temp The ambient temperature is in monaural...
... because of the MD unit is not inserted in the CD/ MD unit. Not Ready The lid of some problem. If these solutions do not help improve the situation, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Messages LCL Seek +/- NO Mag The disc magazine is open or the MDs are not inserted properly....cannot be heard. t Press the RESET button on it. The Local Seek mode is inserted in the CD/MD unit. Interference occurs during automatic tuning (page 14). NO Disc No disc is on during FM reception. t Close the lid or insert the MDs properly. High Temp The ambient temperature is in monaural...