CDX-GT250MP - Car stereo SONY - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL CDX-GT250MP SONY

To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 4. Zum Deaktivieren der Demo-Anzeige (DEMO) schlagen Sie bitte auf Seite 4 nach. Pour annuler la démonstration (DEMO), reportez-vous à la page 4. Per annullare la dimostrazione (DEMO), vedere pagina 4. Om de demonstratie (DEMO) te annuleren, zie pagina 4. CDX-GT252MP CDX-GT250MP ©2010 Sony Corporation Be sure to install this unit in the dashboard of the car for safety. For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/ connections manual. This label is located on the bottom of the chassis. Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents. Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Windows Media is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. 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 a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.

Getting Started Setting the clock Playable discs on this unit This unit can play CD-DA (also containing CD TEXT) and CD-R/CD-RW (MP3/WMA files (page 13)). Type of discs The clock uses a 24-hour digital indication.

Press and hold the select button. The setup display appears.

Rotate the control dial until “CLOCKADJ” appears, then press it. The hour indication flashes.

Rotate the control dial to set the hour and minute. To move the digital indication, press (SEEK)

After setting the minute, press the select button. The setup is complete and the clock starts. Label on the disc CD-DA MP3 WMA To display the clock, press (DSPL). Press (DSPL) again to return to the previous display. Tip You can set the clock automatically with the RDS feature (page 9). Canceling the DEMO mode You can cancel the demonstration display which appears during turning off.

Press and hold the select button. The setup display appears.

Rotate the control dial until “DEMO” appears, then press it.

Rotate the control dial to select “DEMO-OFF,” then press it. The setting is complete.

Press (BACK). The display returns to normal reception/play mode. Detaching the front panel You can detach the front panel of this unit to prevent theft. Attaching the front panel Engage part A of the front panel with part B of the unit, as illustrated, and push the left side into position until it clicks. Caution alarm If you turn the ignition switch to the OFF position without detaching the front panel, the caution alarm will sound for a few seconds. The alarm will only sound if the built-in amplifier is used.

Press and hold (SOURCE/OFF). The unit is turned off.

Press , then pull it off towards you.

Note Do not put anything on the inner surface of the front panel. Notes

• Do not drop or put excessive pressure on the front panel and display window.
• Do not subject the front panel to heat/high temperature or moisture. Avoid leaving it in a parked car or on a dashboard/rear tray.

Location of controls and basic operations Main unit This section contains instructions on the location of controls and basic operations. For details, see the respective pages. D Control dial/select button To adjust volume (rotate); select setup items (press and rotate). A SEEK +/– buttons Radio: To tune in stations automatically (press); find a station manually (press and hold). CD: To skip tracks (press); skip tracks continuously (press, then press again within about 1 second and hold); reverse/fastforward a track (press and hold). E Disc slot Insert the disc (label side up), playback starts. B EQ3 (equalizer) button page 10 To select an equalizer type (XPLOD, VOCAL, EDGE, CRUISE, SPACE, GRAVITY, CUSTOM or OFF). C SOURCE/OFF button Press to turn on the power/change the source (Radio/CD/AUX). Press for 1 second to turn off the power. Press for more than 2 seconds to turn off the power and the display disappears.

(front panel release) button page 5 (BACK) button To return to the previous display. K MODE button page 8 To select the radio band (FM/MW/LW). L AF (Alternative Frequencies)/ TA (Traffic Announcement)/ PTY (Program Type) button page 9 To set AF and TA (press); select PTY (press and hold) in RDS. M Number buttons Radio: To receive stored stations (press); store stations (press and hold). CD: (1)/(2): ALBUM –/+ (during MP3/WMA playback) To skip albums (press); skip albums continuously (press and hold). (3): REP* page 10 (4): SHUF page 10 (6): PAUSE To pause playback. To cancel, press again. N DSPL (display)/SCRL (scroll) button page 8, 10 To change display items (press); scroll the display item (press and hold). O Receptor for the card remote commander

• This button has a tactile dot.

Radio Storing and receiving stations Caution When tuning in stations while driving, use Best Tuning Memory (BTM) to prevent an accident. RDS Overview FM stations with Radio Data System (RDS) service send inaudible digital information along with the regular radio program signal. Display items Storing automatically — BTM

Press (SOURCE/OFF) repeatedly until “TUNER” appears. To change the band, press (MODE) repeatedly. You can select from FM1, FM2, FM3, MW or LW.

Press and hold the select button. The setup display appears.

Rotate the control dial until “BTM” appears, then press it. The unit stores stations in order of frequency on the number buttons. A beep sounds when the setting is stored. Storing manually

While receiving the station that you want to store, press and hold a number button ((1) to (6)) until “MEMORY” appears. Note If you try to store another station on the same number button, the previously stored station will be replaced. Tip When a RDS station is stored, the AF/TA setting is also stored (page 9). Receiving the stored stations

Select 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).

A Frequency*1 (Program service name), Preset number, Clock, RDS data B TA/TP*2 *1 While receiving the RDS station, “ *” is displayed on the left of the frequency indication. *2 “TA” flashes during traffic information. “TP” lights up while such a station is received. To change display items A, press (DSPL). RDS services This unit automatically provides RDS services as follows: AF (Alternative Frequencies) Selects and retunes the station with the strongest signal in a network. By using this function, you can continuously listen to the same program during a long-distance drive without having to retune the same station manually. TA (Traffic Announcement)/TP (Traffic Program) Provides current traffic information/programs. Any information/program received, will interrupt the currently selected source. PTY (Program Types) Displays the currently received program type. Also searches your selected program type. CT (Clock Time) The CT data from the RDS transmission sets the clock. Notes

• Depending on the country/region, not all RDS functions may be available.
• RDS will not work if the signal strength is too weak, or if the station you are tuned to is not transmitting RDS data. Repeat this procedure until the local station is received. Setting AF and TA

Press (AF/TA) repeatedly until the desired setting appears. Select

AF-ON activate AF and deactivate TA. TA-ON activate TA and deactivate AF. AF/TA-ON activate both AF and TA. AF/TA-OFF deactivate both AF and TA. Storing RDS stations with the AF and TA setting You can preset RDS stations along with the AF/ TA setting. If you use the BTM function, only RDS stations are stored with the same AF/TA setting. If you preset manually, you can preset both RDS and non-RDS stations with the AF/TA setting for each. 1 Set AF/TA, then store the station with BTM or manually. Receiving emergency announcements With AF or TA on, the emergency announcements will automatically interrupt the currently selected source. Tip If you adjust the volume level during a traffic announcement, that level will be stored into memory for subsequent traffic announcements, independently from the regular volume level. Staying with one regional program — REGIONAL Selecting PTY

Press and hold (AF/TA) (PTY) during FM reception. The current program type name appears if the station is transmitting PTY data.

Rotate the control dial until the desired program type appears, then press it. The unit starts to search for a station broadcasting the selected program type. Type of programs NEWS (News), AFFAIRS (Current Affairs), INFO (Information), SPORT (Sports), EDUCATE (Education), DRAMA (Drama), CULTURE (Culture), SCIENCE (Science), VARIED (Varied), POP M (Pop Music), ROCK M (Rock Music), EASY M (M.O.R. Music), LIGHT M (Light classical), CLASSICS (Serious classical), OTHER M (Other Music), WEATHER (Weather), FINANCE (Finance), CHILDREN (Children’s program), SOCIAL A (Social Affairs), RELIGION (Religion), PHONE IN (Phone In), TRAVEL (Travel), LEISURE (Leisure), JAZZ (Jazz Music), COUNTRY (Country Music), NATION M (National Music), OLDIES (Oldies Music), FOLK M (Folk Music), DOCUMENT (Documentary) When the AF function is on: this unit’s factory setting restricts reception to a specific region, so you will not be switched to another regional station with a stronger frequency. Note You cannot use this function in countries/regions where no PTY data is available. If you leave this regional program’s reception area, set “REGIONAL-OFF” in setup during FM reception (page 11). Setting CT Note This function does not work in the UK and in some other areas. Local Link function (UK only)

Set “CT-ON” in setup (page 11). Notes

• The CT function may not work even though an RDS station is being received.
• There might be a difference between the time set by the CT function and the actual time. This function enables you to select other local stations in the area, even if they are not stored on your number buttons. 1 During FM reception, press a number button ((1) to (6)) on which a local station is stored. 2 Within 5 seconds, press again a number button of the local station.

Other functions Changing the sound settings Display items Adjusting the sound characteristics — BAL/FAD/SUB You can adjust the balance, fader, and subwoofer volume. Track name*1, Disc/artist name*1, Artist name*1, Album number*2, Album name*1, Track number/ Elapsed playing time, Clock

LOW*1 t MID*1 t HI*1 t BAL (left-right) t FAD (front-rear) t SUB (subwoofer volume)*2 t AUX*3 *1 The information of a CD TEXT, MP3/WMA is displayed. *2 Album number is displayed only when the album is changed. *1 When EQ3 is activated (page 10). *2 When the audio output is set to “SUB-OUT” (page 11). “ATT” is displayed at the lowest setting, and can be adjusted up to 21 steps. *3 When AUX source is activated (page 11). To change display items, press (DSPL). Tip Displayed items may differ depending on model, disc type, recording format and settings. For details on MP3/WMA, see page 13. Repeat and shuffle play

Rotate the control dial to adjust the selected item.

Press (BACK). The setting is complete and the display returns to normal reception/play mode. During playback, press (3) (REP) or (4) (SHUF) repeatedly until the desired setting appears. Select Press the select button repeatedly until “BAL,” “FAD” or “SUB” appears. The item changes as follows: Customizing the equalizer curve — EQ3 To play TRACK track repeatedly. ALBUM* album repeatedly. “CUSTOM” of EQ3 allows you to make your own equalizer settings. SHUF ALBUM* album in random order.

SHUF DISC disc in random order. Select a source, then press (EQ3) repeatedly to select “CUSTOM.”

Press the select button repeatedly until “LOW,” “MID” or “HI” appears.

Rotate the control dial to adjust the selected item. The volume level is adjustable in 1 dB steps, from –10 dB to +10 dB.

• When an MP3/WMA is played. To return to normal play mode, select “ or “SHUF OFF.” OFF” Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the equalizer curve. To restore the factory-set equalizer curve, press and hold the select button before the setting is complete.

Press (BACK). The setting is complete and the display returns to normal reception/play mode. Tip Other equalizer types are also adjustable. Adjusting setup items — SET

Press and hold the select button. The setup display appears.

Rotate the control dial until the desired item appears, then press it.

Rotate the control dial to select the setting, then press it.* The setting is complete.

• For CLOCK-ADJ and BTM settings, step 4 is not necessary. 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) CT (Clock Time) Activates the CT function: “ON,” “OFF” (page 8, 9). BEEP Activates the beep sound: “ON,” “OFF.” AUX-A*1 (AUX Audio) Activates the AUX source display: “ON,” “OFF” (page 11). AUTO OFF Shuts off automatically after a desired time when the unit is turned off: “NO,” “30S (Seconds),” “30M (Minutes),” “60M (Minutes).” REAR/SUB*1 Switches the audio output: “REAR-OUT” (power amplifier), “SUB-OUT” (subwoofer). DEMO (Demonstration) Activates the demonstration: “ON,” “OFF.” DIMMER Changes the display brightness: “ON,” “OFF.” M.DISPLAY (Motion Display) – “ON”: to show moving patterns. – “OFF”: to deactivate the Motion Display. AUTO SCR (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.” REGIONAL*2 Restricts reception to a specific region: “ON,” “OFF” (page 9). LPF*3 (Low Pass Filter) Selects the subwoofer cut-off frequency: “OFF,” “80Hz,” “100Hz,” “120Hz,” “140Hz,” “160Hz.” SW PHASE*3 (Subwoofer Phase) Selects the subwoofer phase: “SUB NORM,” “SUB REV.” HPF (High Pass Filter) Selects the front/rear speaker cut-off frequency: “OFF,” “80Hz,” “100Hz,” “120Hz,” “140Hz,” “160Hz.” LOUDNESS Reinforces bass and treble for clear sound at low volume levels: “ON,” “OFF.” BTM (page 8) *1 When the unit is turned off. *2 When FM is received. *3 When the audio output is set to “SUB-OUT.” Using optional equipment 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 1 Turn off the portable audio device. 2 Turn down the volume on the unit. 3 Connect to the unit. Connecting cord* (not supplied)
• Be sure to use a straight type plug. continue to next page t

Adjusting the volume level Be sure to adjust the volume for each connected audio device before playback. 1 Turn down the volume on the unit. 2 Press (SOURCE/OFF) repeatedly until “AUX” appears. “FRONT IN” appears. 3 Start playback of the portable audio device at a moderate volume. 4 Set your usual listening volume on the unit. 5 Press the select button repeatedly until “AUX” appears, and rotate the control dial to adjust the input level (–8 dB to +18 dB). RM-X114 Card remote commander The corresponding buttons on the card remote commander control the same functions as those on this unit. DSPL DSPL MENU* SOURCE (SEEK –/+) SEEK– SOUN VOL (+/–)

The following buttons on the card remote commander have also different buttons/functions from the unit.

• DSPL (display) button To change display items.
• SOURCE button To turn on the power; change the source (Radio/CD/AUX).
• </, (SEEK –/+) buttons To control radio/CD, the same as (SEEK) –/+ on the unit.
• SOUND button The same as the select button on the unit.
• OFF button To turn off the power; stop the source.
• LIST button To select PTY in RDS.

• M/m (DISC*/PRESET +/–) buttons To control CD, the same as (1)/(2) (ALBUM –/+) buttons on the unit.
• ATT (attenuate) button To attenuate the sound. To cancel, press again.
• Not available for this unit. Note If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it cannot be operated with the card remote commander unless (SOURCE/OFF) on the unit is pressed, or a disc is inserted to activate the unit first. Additional Information Precautions
• Cool off the unit beforehand if your car has been parked in direct sunlight.
• Power antenna (aerial) extends automatically. – CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in music CD format or MP3 format conforming to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2, Joliet/Romeo or multi-session. Playback order of MP3/WMA files MP3/WMA Moisture condensation Folder (album) MP3/WMA file (track) 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 a cleaning cloth from the center out. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners.
• 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 – Discs with labels, stickers, or sticky tape or paper attached. Doing so may cause a malfunction, 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 1/4 in) discs. Notes on CD-R/CD-RW discs
• The maximum number of: (CD-R/CD-RW only) – folders (albums): 150 (including root folder) – files (tracks) and folders: 300 (may less than 300 if folder/file names contain many characters) – displayable characters for a folder/file name: 32 (Joliet)/64 (Romeo)
• If the multi-session disc begins with a CD-DA session, it is recognized as a CD-DA disc, and other sessions are not played back.
• 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. About MP3 files
• MP3, which stands for MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3, is a music file compression format standard. It compresses audio CD data to approximately 1/10 of its original size.
• ID3 tag versions 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4 apply to MP3 only. ID3 tag is 15/30 characters (1.0 and 1.1), or 63/126 characters (2.2, 2.3 and 2.4).
• When naming an MP3 file, be sure to add the file extension “.mp3” to the file name.
• During playback or fast-forward/reverse of a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) MP3 file, elapsed playing time may not display accurately. Note If you play a high-bit-rate MP3, such as 320 kbps, sound may be intermittent. About WMA files
• WMA, which stands for Windows Media Audio, is a music file compression format standard. It compresses audio CD data to approximately 1/22* of its original size.
• WMA tag is 63 characters.
• When naming a WMA file, be sure to add the file extension “.wma” to the file name.
• During playback or fast-forward/reverse of a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) WMA file, elapsed playing time may not display accurately.
• only for 64 kbps Note Playback of the following WMA files is not supported. – lossless compression – copyright-protected If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Fuse replacement Maintenance Replacing the lithium battery of the card remote commander Under normal conditions, the battery will last approximately 1 year. (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 a new CR2025 lithium battery. Use of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. 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. 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) 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 a cotton swab. Do not apply too much force. Otherwise, the connectors may be damaged.

Notes on the lithium battery

• Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor.
• Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good contact.
• Be sure to observe the correct polarity when installing the battery.
• Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers, otherwise a short-circuit may occur.
• Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as direct sunlight, fire or the like. WARNING Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire.

Back of the front panel Notes

• For safety, turn off the ignition before cleaning the connectors, and remove the key from the ignition switch.
• Never touch the connectors directly with your fingers or with any metal device. Removing the unit

2 Pinch both edges of the protection collar, then pull it out. Tuning range: 87.5 – 108.0 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 1 kHz Frequency response: 20 – 15,000 Hz MW/LW Tuning range: MW: 531 – 1,602 kHz LW: 153 – 279 kHz Antenna (aerial) terminal: External antenna (aerial) connector Intermediate frequency: 25 kHz Sensitivity: MW: 26 µV, LW: 45 µV

Signal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB Frequency response: 10 – 20,000 Hz Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit Remove the unit. 1 Insert both release keys simultaneously until they click. Hook facing inwards. 2 Pull the release keys to unseat the unit. 3 Slide the unit out of the mounting. Power amplifier section Output: Speaker outputs Speaker impedance: 4 – 8 ohms Maximum power output: 45 W × 4 (at 4 ohms) General Outputs: Audio outputs terminal (sub/rear switchable) Power antenna (aerial) relay control terminal Power amplifier control terminal Inputs: Telephone ATT control terminal Remote controller input terminal Antenna (aerial) input terminal AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) Tone controls: Low: ±10 dB at 60 Hz (XPLOD) Mid: ±10 dB at 1 kHz (XPLOD) High: ±10 dB at 10 kHz (XPLOD) Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery (negative ground (earth)) Dimensions: Approx. 178 × 50 × 179 mm (7 1/8 × 2 × 7 1/8 in) (w/h/d) Mounting dimensions: Approx. 182 × 53 × 162 mm (7 1/4 × 2 1/8 × 6 1/2 in) (w/h/d) Mass: Approx. 1.2 kg (2 lb 11 oz) Supplied accessory: Parts for installation and connections (1 set) Optional accessory/equipment: Card remote commander: RM-X114 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.

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. General No power is being supplied to the unit. Check the connection or fuse. The power antenna (aerial) does not extend. The power antenna (aerial) does not have a relay box. No sound.

• The ATT function is activated, or the Telephone ATT function (when the interface cable of a car telephone is connected to the ATT lead) is activated.
• The position of the fader control “FAD” is not set for a 2-speaker system. No beep sound.
• The beep sound is canceled (page 11).
• An optional power amplifier is connected and you are not using the built-in amplifier. The contents of the memory have been erased. 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 5 minutes with “DEMO-ON” set, demonstration mode starts. t Set “DEMO-OFF” (page 11). The display disappears from/does not appear in the display window.
• The dimmer is set to “DIMMER-ON” (page 11).
• The display disappears if you press and hold (SOURCE/OFF). t Press (SOURCE/OFF) on the unit until the display appears.
• The connectors are dirty (page 14). The Auto Off function does not operate. The unit is turned on. The Auto Off function activates after turning off the unit. t Turn off the unit.

Radio reception The stations cannot be received. The sound is hampered by noises.

• The connection is not correct. t Connect a power antenna (aerial) control lead (blue) or accessory power supply lead (red) to the power supply lead of a car’s antenna (aerial) booster (only when your car has built-in FM/ MW/LW antenna (aerial) in the rear/side glass). t Check the connection of the car antenna (aerial). t 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. t Tuning stops too frequently: Set “LOCAL-ON” (page 11). t Tuning does not stop at a station: Set “LOCAL-OFF” (page 11).
• The broadcast signal is too weak. t Perform manual tuning. During FM reception, the “ST” indication flashes.
• Tune in the frequency accurately.
• The broadcast signal is too weak. t Set “MONO-ON” (page 11). An FM program broadcast in stereo is heard in monaural. The unit is in monaural reception mode. t Set “MONO-OFF” (page 11). RDS The SEEK starts after a few seconds of listening. The station is non-TP or has weak signal. t Deactivate TA (page 9). No traffic announcements.
• Activate TA (page 9).
• The station does not broadcast any traffic announcements despite being TP. t Tune in another station. PTY displays “- - - - - - - -.”
• The current station is not an RDS station.
• RDS data has not been received.
• The station does not specify the program type. Program service name flashes. There is no alternative frequency for the current station. t Press (SEEK) +/– while the program service name is flashing. “PI SEEK” appears and the unit starts searching for another frequency with the same PI (Program Identification) data. 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 13). MP3/WMA files cannot be played back. The disc is incompatible with the MP3/WMA format and version (page 13). MP3/WMA files take longer to play back than others. The following discs take a longer time to start playback. – a disc recorded with a complicated 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.
• “AUTO SCR” is set to “OFF.” t Set “AUTO SCR-ON” (page 11). t Press and hold (DSPL) (SCRL). The sound skips.
• Installation is not correct. t Install the unit at an angle of less than 45° in a sturdy part of the car.
• Defective or dirty disc. The disc will not eject. Press Z (eject) (page 6). Error displays/Messages ERROR
• The disc is dirty or inserted upside down. t Clean or insert the disc correctly.
• A blank disc has been inserted.
• The disc cannot play due to a problem. t Insert another disc.
• Press Z (eject) to remove the disc. FAILURE The connection of speakers/amplifiers is incorrect. t See the installation/connections manual of this model to check the connection. L. SEEK +/– The local seek mode is on during automatic tuning. NO AF There is no alternative frequency for the current station. NO MUSIC The disc does not contain a music file. t Insert a music CD in this unit. NO NAME A disc/album/artist/track name is not written in the track. NO TP The unit will continue searching for available TP stations. OFFSET There may be an internal malfunction. t Check the connection. If the error indication remains on in the display, consult your nearest Sony dealer. PUSH EJT The disc cannot be ejected. t Press Z (eject) (page 6). READ The unit is reading all track and album information on the disc. t Wait until reading is complete and playback starts automatically. Depending on the disc structure, it may take more than a minute. ” or “ 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. 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.