3-043-279-13 (1) FM/AM Compact Disc Player Operating Instructions 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. For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections manual.
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.
Moisture Condensation On a rainy day or in a very damp area, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the unit. Should this occur, the unit will not operate properly. In such a case, remove the disc and wait for about an hour until the moisture has evaporated. Before playing, clean the discs with an optional cleaning cloth. Wipe each disc from the center out.
Table of Contents Location of controls ............................................. 5 Getting Started Resetting the unit ................................................. 7 Detaching the front panel ................................... 7 Turning the unit on/off ....................................... 8 How to use the menu .......................................... 8 Setting the clock ................................................... 8 CD Player CD/MD Unit (optional) Listening to a CD ...................
Location of controls D I SC + OPEN DSPL -P R + ST MENU SOURCE SOUND -SEEK/AMS ENTER PR OFF D-BASS LIST ST -- D ISC – MODE REP SHUF 1 2 3 4 5 6 CDX-C7000X/C5000X/C5005 Refer to the pages listed for details.
Location of controls Card remote commander RM-X91* * Supplied only for the CDX-C7000X. OPEN/CLOSE The corresponding buttons of the card remote commander control the same functions as those on this unit.
Attaching the front panel Getting Started Place the hole A in the front panel onto the spindle B on the unit as illustrated, then push the left side in. Resetting the unit A Before operating the unit for the first time or after replacing the car battery, you must reset the unit. Remove the front panel and press the reset button with a pointed object, such as a ballpoint pen.
Turning the unit on/off Setting the clock Turning on the unit The clock uses a 12-hour digital indication. Press (SOURCE) or insert a CD in the unit. For details on operation, refer to page 9 (CD/MD) and page 15 (radio). Example: To set the clock to 10:08 1 Turning off the unit Press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until “CLOCK” appears. Press (OFF) to stop CD/MD playback or FM/ AM reception (the key illumination and display remain on).
CD Player CD/MD Unit (optional) In addition to playing a CD with this unit alone, you can also control external CD/MD units. If you connect an optional CD unit with the CD TEXT function, the CD TEXT information will appear in the display when you play a CD TEXT disc. When the last track on the CD is over The track number indication returns to “1,” and playback restarts from the first track of the CD.
After you select the desired item, the display will automatically change to the Motion Display mode after a few seconds. In the Motion Display mode, all the items are scrolled in the display one by one in order. Note If you use personalized labels, they will always take priority over the original CD TEXT information when such information is displayed. Locating a specific track — Automatic Music Sensor (AMS) During playback, press either side of (SEEK/AMS) momentarily for each track you want to skip.
Locating a disc — Disc Selection When an optional CD/MD unit is connected, press either side of (DISC/PRST) to select the desired disc. The desired disc in the current optional CD/MD unit begins playback. Playing tracks repeatedly Playing tracks in random order — Shuffle Play You can select: • SHUF-1 – to play the tracks on the current disc in random order. • SHUF-2 – to play the tracks in the current optional CD/MD unit in random order.
Labeling a CD — Disc Memo (For a CD unit with the custom file function) To return to normal CD play mode, press (ENTER). You can label each disc with a personalized name. You can enter up to eight characters for a disc. If you label a CD, you can locate the disc by name (page 13) and select the specific tracks for playback (page 14). Tips • To erase or correct a name, enter “_” (under-bar) for each character. • There is another way to start labeling a CD.
Erasing the disc memo 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select “CD.” 2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the CD unit. 3 Press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until “NAME DEL” appears. 4 Press (ENTER). 5 Press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly to select the disc name you want to erase. 6 Press (ENTER) for two seconds. The name is erased. Repeat steps 5 and 6 if you want to erase other names.
Selecting specific tracks for playback Playing specific tracks only — Bank (For a CD unit with the custom file function) You can select: •“BANK-ON” — to play the tracks with the “PLAY” setting. •“BANK-INV” (Inverse) — to play the tracks with the “SKIP” setting. If you label the disc, you can set the unit to skip or play the tracks of your choice. 1 During playback, press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until “BANK-ON,” “BANKINV,” or “BANK-OFF” appears.
Memorizing only the desired stations Radio You can preset up to 18 FM stations (6 each for FM1, FM2, and FM3), up to 12 AM stations (6 each for AM1 and AM2) in the order of your choice. Memorizing stations automatically — Best Tuning Memory (BTM) The unit selects the stations with the strongest signals and memorizes them in the order of their frequencies. You can store up to 6 stations on each band (FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1, and AM2). 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select the tuner.
Receiving the memorized stations 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select the tuner. 2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the band. 3 Press the number button ((1) to (6)) on which the desired station is stored. Tip Press either side of (DISC/PRST) to receive the stations in the order they are stored in the memory (Preset Search Function). If you cannot tune in a preset station Press either side of (SEEK/AMS) to search for the station (automatic tuning). Scanning stops when the unit receives a station.
Storing the station names — Station Memo You can assign a name to each radio station and store it in memory. The name of the station currently tuned in appears in the display. You can assign a name of up to eight characters for a station. Tips • To erase or correct a name, enter “_” (under-bar) for each character. • There is another way to start storing station names. Press (LIST) for two seconds instead of steps 2 and 3.
Locating a station by name — List-up 1 Press (LIST) momentarily. The name assigned to the station currently tuned appears in the display. Other Functions You can also control the unit with a rotary commander. Labeling the rotary commander 2 Press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until you find the desired station. When no name is assigned to the selected station, the frequency appears in the display. 3 Press (ENTER) to tune in the desired station.
By rotating the control (the SEEK/AMS control) Using the rotary commander The rotary commander works by pressing buttons and/or rotating controls. You can also control an optional CD/MD unit with the rotary commander. By pressing buttons (the SOURCE and MODE buttons) (SOURCE) (MODE) Rotate the control momentarily and release it to: •Locate a specific track on a disc. Rotate and hold the control until you locate the specific point in a track, then release it to start playback.
Other operations Rotate the VOL control to adjust the volume. OFF Press (ATT) to attenuate the sound. Press (OFF) to turn off the unit. Press (SOUND) to adjust the volume and sound menu. Tip You can also change the operative direction of these controls with the unit (see “Changing the sound and display settings” on page 21). Adjusting the sound characteristics You can adjust the bass, treble, balance, and fader. You can store the bass and treble levels independently for each source.
Tip You can easily switch among categories (“SET”, “DIS”, “P/M” (play mode), and “EDT” (edit mode)) by pressing either side of (DISC/PRST) for two seconds. Changing the sound and display settings The following items can be set: SET (setting) •CLOCK (page 8) •BEEP — to turn the beeps on or off. •RM (Rotary Commander) — to change the operative direction of the controls of the rotary commander. — Select “NORM” to use the rotary commander as the factory-set position.
TV/Video (optional) You can connect an optional TV tuner and TV monitor to this unit. Memorizing TV channels automatically The unit selects the TV channels with the strongest signals and memorizes them in the order of their frequency. Caution Watching the TV When tuning in a station while driving, use Best Tuning Memory to prevent accidents. 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “TV” appears. 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “TV” appears.
Storing the TV channel names Follow the steps in “Storing the station names” (page 17). Displaying the TV or radio station names Press (LIST) during TV or radio reception. Displaying the information stored on discs Press (LIST) during CD/MD playback. Example: When CD unit 1 is selected. Example: When receiving the FM1 band 1 FM 1 1 WC B S 2 WB L S 3 WK T U 4 WR K I S S 5 1 0 1 . 9 6 1 0 2 .
1 Press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until “SML” appears. 2 Press (ENTER). Additional Information Maintenance Fuse replacement 3 Press the (–) side of (SEEK/AMS). 4 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select CD or MD. 5 Press the (+) side of (SEEK/AMS). When replacing the fuse, be sure to use one matching the amperage rating stated on the original fuse. If the fuse blows, check the power connection and replace the fuse.
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, open the front panel by pressing (OPEN), 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. Dismounting the unit 1 Press the clip inside the front cover with a thin screwdriver, and gently pry the front cover free. 2 Repeat step 1 on the left side.
Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION 19 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.
Troubleshooting guide The following checklist will help you remedy the problems you may encounter with your unit. Before going through the checklist below, check the connection and operating procedures. General Problem Cause/Solution No sound. •Cancel the ATT function. •Set the fader control to the center position for two-speaker system. •Rotate the dial clockwise to adjust the volume. The contents of the memory have been erased. •The power cord or battery has been disconnected.
Radio reception Problem Cause/Solution Preset tuning is not possible. •Store the correct frequency in the memory. •The broadcast signal is too weak. The stations cannot be received. Connect a power antenna control lead (blue) or accessory power supply lead (red) to the power supply lead of a car’s The sound is hampered by antenna booster. (Only when your car has built-in FM/AM noises. antenna in the rear/side glass.) Automatic tuning is not possible. The broadcast signal is too weak.
