XR-C503 - Car radio SONY - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Cassette car stereo with FM/MW/LW tuner and CD/MD changer compatibility
Dimensions (W x H x D)	188 x 58 x 177 mm
Mounting dimensions	182 x 53 x 162 mm
Weight	1.3 kg
Power supply	12 V DC (car battery, negative ground)
Maximum output power	35 W x 4 (at 4 ohms)
FM frequency ranges	65.0 – 74.0 MHz (30 kHz step) and 87.5 – 108.0 MHz (50 kHz step)
MW / LW ranges	MW: 531 – 1602 kHz / LW: 153 – 281 kHz
Cassette section	4 tracks, 2 stereo channels, response 30 – 20,000 Hz
Signal-to-noise ratio (Dolby B ON, type II/IV)	67 dB
Tuning functions	BTM (best tuning memory), station memory, name list-up
Cassette playback functions	Intro Scan, Repeat, Shuffle, Blank Skip, ATA (auto tuner activation)
CD/MD changer functions	Intro Scan, Repeat, Shuffle, Disc Memo, Bank (track selection), list-up
Detachable front panel	Yes, with audible alarm if the key is turned off without removing the panel
Connector cleaning	Cotton swab soaked in alcohol, clean regularly to avoid display defects
Playback head maintenance	Use a Sony cleaning kit, once a month
Fuse	Replace with a fuse of the same amperage
Supplied remote controls	Rotary remote RM-X2S, wireless remote RM-X41 (optional)
BUS cable	Supplied with RCA cable for changer connection

Frequently Asked Questions - XR-C503 SONY

How to reset the car stereo after connection?

Use a pointed object (pen) to press the Reset button located on the front, under the panel. This clears memorized settings except preset stations.

How to remove the front panel to protect it from theft?

Press OFF, then OPEN. Slide the panel to the left, then pull the right side. Keep it in the supplied case.

How to automatically memorize radio stations?

Select the band (FM1, FM2, MW, LW) with SOURCE, then press SHIFT and BTM (button 6). The strongest stations are stored.

Why is the sound distorted in cassette mode?

The playback head is probably dirty. Clean it with a Sony cleaning kit. Avoid cassettes longer than 90 minutes.

How to set the clock?

Press SHIFT then SET UP (button 2). Use buttons 4 (←/→) to set hours then minutes, and confirm with SHIFT.

What to do if the display remains blank?

Remove the front panel and clean the connectors with a cotton swab soaked in alcohol. Also ensure the fuse has not blown.

How to use the optional CD/MD changer?

Connect the changer via the BUS cable. Press SOURCE until CD1/CD2/MD1/MD2 appears. Playback starts automatically.

How to assign a name to a radio station?

Tune to the station, press LIST for 2 seconds, then enter the name (8 characters max) using buttons + and 4 (←/→). Confirm by pressing LIST for 2 seconds.

Why is the AMS (track search) not working properly?

This may be due to gaps that are too short (less than 4 seconds) or noise. Also ensure the cassette is not damaged.

How to replace the fuse?

Use a fuse of the same amperage (indicated on the original fuse). Never use a higher rated fuse, as it may damage the unit.

USER MANUAL XR-C503 SONY

For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections manual.

© 1996 by Sony Corporation

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the Sony Cassette Player. This unit lets you enjoy a variety of features by using either a rotary remote or a wireless remote.

In addition to the tape playback and the radio operations, you can expand your system by connecting an optional CD/MD changer.

Table of contents

This Unit Only

Getting Started

Resetting the unit 4

Detaching the front panel 4

Preparing the rotary remote 5

Setting the clock 5

Cassette Player

Listening to the tape 6

Playing the tape in various modes 7

Radio

Memorising stations automatically — Best Tuning Memory (BTM) 7

Memorising only the desired stations. 7

Receiving the memorised stations. 8

Storing the station names Station Memo 8

Locating a station by name -List-up 9

Other Functions

Using the rotary remote 9

Adjusting the sound characteristics 10

Muting the sound. 10

Changing the sound and display settings.... 11

With Optional Equipment

CD/MD Changer

Playing a CD or MD 11

Scanning the tracks — Intro Scan 12

Playing tracks repeatedly — Repeat Play 12

Playing tracks in random order — Shuffle Play 12

Labeling a CD — Disc Memo 13

Locating a disc by name — List-up 14

Selecting the specific tracks for playback — Bank 14

Additional Information

Precautions 15

Maintenance 15

Dismounting the unit 16

Location of controls 17

Specifications 19

Troubleshooting guide 20

Index 22

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Getting started

Resetting the unit

Before operating the unit for the first time or after replacing the car battery, you must reset the unit.

Press the reset button with a pointed object, such as a ballpoint pen.

Reset button

Note

Pressing the reset button will erase all the memory functions except for the preset stations.

Detaching the front panel

You can detach the front panel of this unit to prevent the unit from being stolen.

1 Press OFF.

2 Press OPEN to open the front panel, then slide the front panel to the left side, and pull out the right side of the front panel.

Notes

• Do not put anything on the inner surface of the front panel.
• Be sure not to drop the panel when detaching it from the unit.
• If you detach the panel while the unit is still on, the power will turn off automatically to prevent the speakers from being damaged.
• When you carry the front panel with you, put it in the supplied front panel case.

Attaching the front panel

Place the hole A in the front panel onto the spindle 8 on the unit as illustrated, then push the left side in.

Notes

• Be sure not to attach the front panel upside down.
• Do not press the front panel hard against the unit when attaching it. Press it lightly against the unit.
• Do not press hard or put excessive pressure on the display windows of the front panel.
• Do not expose the front panel to direct sunlight, heat sources such as hot air ducts, and do not leave it in a humid place. Never leave it on the dashboard of a car parked in direct sunlight where there may be a considerable rise in temperature.

Caution alarm

If you turn the ignition key switch to the OFF position without removing the front panel, the caution alarm will beep for a few seconds (only when the POWER SELECT switch is set to the A position).

Preparing the rotary remote

When you mount the rotary remote, attach the label in the illustration below.

Setting the clock

The clock has a 12-hour digital indication.

Example: Set the clock to 10:08

1 Press SHIFT, then press ② (SET UP).

1 Press (4)(→)

The hour digit flashes.

2 Set the hour.

Press (4)(→)

The minute digits flash.

4 Set the minute.

2 Press (SHIFT).

The clock starts.

Note

If the POWER SELECT switch on the bottom of the unit is set to the 5 position, turn the power on first, then set the clock.

Cassette Player

Listening to the tape

1 Press (OPEN) and insert the cassette.

Playback starts automatically.

2 Close the front panel.

If the cassette is already inserted, press (SOURCE) until "FWD" or "REV" appears to start playback.

The side facing up is being played.

The side facing down is being played.

Tips

To change the tape transport direction, press (7) - "METAL" appears in the display when you insert the metal or CrO2 tape (Auto Metal function).

To	Press
Stop playback	OFF
Eject the cassette	OPEN then▲

Fast-winding the tape

During playback, press either side of (SEEK/AMS) for one second.

Fast-forward

Rewind

To start playback during fast-forwarding or rewinding, press (▶).

Locating the beginning of the tracks

Automatic Music Sensor (AMS)

You can skip up to nine tracks at one time. During playback, press either side of (SEEK/AMS) momentarily.

To locate the succeeding tracks

To locate the previous tracks

Note

The AMS function may not work when: - the blanks between tracks are shorter than four seconds. - there are noises. - there are long sections of low volume or quiet sections.

Changing the displayed items

Each time you press DSPL, the item changes as follows:

• While the ATA function is activated.

Playing the tape in various modes

You can play the tape in various modes:

• INTRO (Intro Scan) lets you play the first 10 seconds of all the tracks.
• REP (Repeat Play) repeats the current track.
• NR (Dolby NR) lets you select the Dolby* NR B system.
• ATA (Automatic Tuner Activation) turns on the tuner automatically while fast-winding the tape.
• BL.SKP (Blank Skip) skips blanks longer than eight seconds.
• Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. "DOLBY" and the double-D symbol □ are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

1 Press SHIFT.

Every time you press (SHIFT), only the items you can select light up.

2 Press (3) (PLAY MODE), repeatedly until the desired play mode appears.

Each time you press ③ , the item changes as follows:

INTRO → REP → NR → ATA → BL.SKP

3 Press (4)(→)

to select "ON."

Playback starts.

To go back to the normal playback mode, select "OFF" in step 3 above.

Radio

Memorising stations automatically

Best Tuning Memory (BTM)

The unit selects the stations with the strongest signals and memorises them in the order of their frequencies. You can store up to 10 stations on each band (FM1, FM2, MW and LW).

Caution

When tuning in the station while driving, use Best Tuning Memory to prevent accidents.

1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select the desired band (FM1, FM2, MW or LW). 2 Press SHIFT, then press 6 (BTM).

The unit stores stations in the order of their

frequencies on the number buttons.

A beep sounds and the setting is stored.

Notes

• The unit does not store stations with weak signals. If only a few stations are received, some number buttons remain empty.
• When a preset number is indicated in the display, the unit starts storing stations from the one currently displayed.

Memorising only the desired stations

You can store up to 10 stations on each band (20 for FM1 and FM2, 10 for MW or LW) in the order of your choice.

1 Press SOURCE repeatedly to select the desired band. 2 Press either side of (SEEK/AMS) to tune in the station that you want to store on the number button. 3 Keep the desired number button (1 to 10) pressed for two seconds until you hear a beep tone.

The number button indication appears in the display.

Note

If you try to store another station on the same number button, the previously stored station will be erased.

Receiving the memorised stations

1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select the desired band. 2 Press the number button (1 to 10) momentarily, where the desired station is stored.

If you cannot tune in a preset station

Press either side of (SEEK/AMS) momentarily to search for the station (automatic tuning).

Scanning stops when the unit receives a station. Press either side of (SEEK/AMS) repeatedly until the desired station is received.

Note

If the automatic tuning stops too frequently, press (SHIFT), then press 3 (PLAY MODE) repeatedly until "LOCAL" (local seek mode) is displayed. Then press 4 (→) to select "ON."

Only the stations with relatively strong signals will be tuned in.

Tip

If you know the frequency of the station you want to listen to, press and hold either side of (SEEK/AMS) for two seconds, until the desired frequency appears (manual tuning).

Receiving FM stereo stations — POLAR modulation

The POLAR modulation function automatically changes and retunes the stations within 65.0 to 74.0 MHz in the PILOT tone mode or POLAR tone mode.

The stations within 87.5 to 108.0 MHz are received only in the PILOT tone mode.

If FM stereo reception is poor — Monaural Mode

1 Press SHIFT, then press 3 (PLAY MODE) repeatedly until "MONO" appears. 2 Press 4 (→) repeatedly until "MONO-ON" appears. The sound improves, but becomes monaural ("STEREO" disappears). To go back to the normal mode, select "MONO-OFF" in step 2 above.

Changing the displayed items

Each time you press DSPL, the item changes as follows:

Frequency ↔ Clock

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 store up to eight characters for a station.

Storing the station names

1 Tune in a station whose name you want to store. 2 Press LIST for two seconds.

3 Enter the characters.

Press ┐+║ to select the desired characters.

(A → B → C → ... Z → 0 → 1 → 2 → ... 9 → + → - →* → / → → gt; → lt; → . →_ -)

If you press ┐-║, the characters appear in the reverse order.

If you want to put a blank space between characters, select "_" (underbar).

Press ④ (→) after locating the desired character.

The flashing cursor moves to the next space.

If you press 1 (←), the flashing cursor moves to the left.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the entire name.

4 To return to normal radio reception, press LIST for two seconds.

Tip

To erase or correct a name, enter "_" (underscore) for each character.

Displaying the station name

Press DSPL during radio reception.

FM1 2 WRK I55

Each time you press DSPL, the item changes as follows:

Station name* → Frequency → Clock

• If the station name is not stored, "NO NAME" appears in the display for one second.

Erasing the station name

1 Tune in any station and press (LIST) for two seconds. 2 Press DSPL for two seconds. 3 Press + or - to select the name that you want to erase. 4 Press ⑤ (ENTER) for two seconds.

The name is erased.

Repeat steps 3 and 4 if you want to erase other names.

5 Press LIST for two seconds.

The unit returns to normal radio reception mode.

Locating a station by name—List-up

1 Press LIST momentarily.

The name assigned to the station currently playing appears in the display.

The name assigned to the station currently playing appears in the display.

2 Press LIST repeatedly until you find the desired station. 3 Press ⑤ (ENTER) to tune in the desired station.

2 Press LIST repeatedly until you find the desired station. 3 Press ⑤ (ENTER) to tune in the desired station.

Once the station name or frequency has been displayed for five seconds, the display goes back to its normal mode. To turn off the display, press DSPL.

Once the station name or frequency has been displayed for five seconds, the display returns to its normal mode. To turn off the display, press DSPL.

Using the rotary remote

The rotary remote works by pressing buttons and/or rotating controls.

The rotary remote works by pressing buttons and/or rotating controls.

You can control the optional CD or MD changer with the rotary remote.

Each time you press SOURCE, the source changes as follows:

FM1 → FM2 → MW → LW → CD1 → CD2 → MD1 → MD2 → TAPE

FM1 → FM2 → MW → LW → CD1 → CD2 → MD1 → MD2 → TAPE

Tip

You can turn on this unit by pressing (SOURCE) on the rotary remote.

By rotating the control (the SEEK/AMS control)

Rotate the control momentarily and release it to:

• Locate the beginning of the tracks on the tape. Rotate and hold the control, and release it to fast-wind the tape. To playback, rotate and hold the control again, and release it.
• Locate a specific track on a disc. Rotate and hold the control to locate the specific point in a track, then release it to start playback.
• Tune in the stations automatically. Rotate and hold the control to tune in the specific station.

By rotating the control while pushing (the PRESET/DISC control)

Rotate the control while pushing it to:

• Receive the stations memorised on the preset buttons.
• Change the disc.

Other operations Rotate the VOL control to adjust the volume.

Press DSPL to change the displayed items. Changing the operative direction

The operative direction of controls is factory preset as in the illustration below. To decrease

If you need to mount the rotary remote on the right of the steering column, you can reverse the operative direction of the controls.

Press DSPL for two seconds while pushing the VOL control.

Tip

You can control the operative direction of controls with the unit.

Adjusting the sound characteristics

You can adjust the bass, treble, balance and fader.

Each source can store the bass and treble level respectively.

1 Select the item you want to adjust by pressing SOUND repeatedly. VOL (volume) → BAS (bass) → TRE (treble) → BAL (balance) → FAD (fader) 2 Adjust the selected item by pressing (+) or (-) . Adjust within three seconds after selecting. (After three seconds, the buttons work as volume control buttons.)

Muting the sound

Press MUTE.

"MUTE-ON" flashes.

To restore the previous volume level, press MUTE again.

Tip

The unit decreases the volume automatically when a telephone call comes in (Telephone-mute function).

Changing the sound and display settings

You can set:

• AMBER/GREEN to change the illumination colour to amber or green.
• BEEP to turn on or off the beeps.
• DIM (dimmer) to change the brightness of the display. D. INFO (dual information) to display the clock and the play mode at the same time (ON) or to display the information alternately (OFF).
• LOUD (Loudness) to enjoy bass and treble even at low volume. Bass and treble will be reinforced.
• RM (Rotary Remote) to change the operative direction of the controls of the rotary remote. — Select "NORM" to use the rotary remote as the factory preset position. — Select "REV" when you mount the rotary remote on the right of the steering column.

1 Press SHIFT, then press ② (SET UP). 2 Press (2) (SET UP) repeatedly until the desired setting mode appears.

Each time you press (2) (SET UP), the item changes as follows:

CLOCK → AMBER/GREEN → BEEP → DIM → D.INFO → LOUD → RM

3 Press (4) (→) to select the desired setting (for example: ON or OFF). 4 Press SHIFT. When the mode setting is complete, the normal playback mode appears.

With Optional Equipment

CD/MD Changer

You can control up to 10 CD changers and MD changers with this unit.

Playing a CD or MD

Press SOURCE until the desired changer appears.

CD/MD playback starts.

When a CD or MD changer is connected, all the tracks play from the beginning.

Changing the displayed items

Each time you press DSPL during CD/MD playback, the item changes as follows:

1 If there is no prerecorded name for a CD or MD, "NO NAME" appears in the display. 2 If the track name of an MD is not prerecorded, "NO NAME" appears in the display. *3 If the dual information is on, the clock does not appear in the display.

Tip

If the name of the MD is too long, you can scroll it across the display by pressing (SHIFT), then (1) (←).

Automatically scrolling a disc name — Auto Scroll

The Auto Scroll function automatically scrolls the disc or track name of the MD when you press DSPL and the name length exceeds eight characters.

1 Press SHIFT, then press 2 (SET UP) repeatedly until "A.SCRL" appears. 2 Press ④ (→) to select "A.SCRL-ON."

To cancel Auto Scroll, select "A.SCRL-OFF" in step 2 above.

Displaying the recording date of the currently selected MD

Press DSPL for two seconds during MD playback.

The recording date of the track is displayed for about three seconds.

Locating a specific track

Automatic Music Sensor (AMS)

During playback, press either side of (SEEK/AMS) once for each track you want to skip.

To locate succeeding tracks

To locate previous tracks

Locating a specific point in a track

— Manual Search

During playback, press and hold either side of (SEEK/AMS). Release the button when you have found the desired point.

To search forward

To search backward

Locating a disc by disc number

Direct Disc Selection

Press the number button that corresponds with the desired disc number.

The desired disc in the currently selected changer begins playback.

Scanning the tracks

— Intro Scan

You can play the first 10 seconds of all the tracks on the currently selected disc.

1 During playback, press (SHIFT), then press ③ (PLAY MODE) repeatedly until "INTRO" appears.

2 Press (4) repeatedly until "INTRO-ON." Intro Scan starts.

To go back to the normal playback mode, select "INTRO-OFF" in step 2 above.

Playing tracks repeatedly

Repeat Play

You can select:

• REP-1 to repeat a track.
• REP-2 to repeat a disc.
• REP-3 to repeat all the discs in the current changer.

1 During playback, press (SHIFT), then press (3) (PLAY MODE) repeatedly until "REP" appears. 2 Press (4) (→) repeatedly until the desired setting appears.

Repeat play starts.

To go back to the normal playback mode, select "REP-OFF" in step 2 above.

Playing tracks in random order — Shuffle Play

You can select:

• SHUF-1 to play the tracks on the current disc in a random order.
• SHUF-2 to play the tracks in the current changer in a random order.
• SHUF-3 to play all the tracks in a random order.

1 During playback, press (SHIFT), then press (3) (PLAY MODE) repeatedly until "SHUF" appears. 2 Press (4) (→) repeatedly until the desired setting appears.

Shuffle play starts.

To go back to the normal playback mode, select "SHUF-OFF" in step 2 above.

Labeling a CD

— Disc Memo

(CD changer with custom file function)

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 a disc by name and select the specific tracks for playback (page 14).

1 Play the CD and press LIST for two seconds.

2 Enter the characters.

Press + to select the desired characters.

(A → B → C → ... Z → 0 → 1 → 2 → ... 9 → + → - → * → / → \ → > → < → . → _)

If you press -, the characters appear in the reverse order.

If you want to put a blank space between characters, select "_" (underbar).

Press (4) (→) after locating the desired character.

The flashing cursor moves to the next space.

If you press ① (←), the flashing cursor moves to the left.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the entire name.

3 To return to the normal CD playback mode, press LIST for two seconds.

Tip

To erase/correct a name, enter " _ " (under-bar) for each character.

Displaying the disc memo

Press DSPL during CD playback.

Each time you press DSPL during CD playback, the item changes as follows:

Erasing the disc memo

1 Press (SOURCE) to select the CD changer. 2 Press LIST for two seconds. 3 Press DSPL for two seconds. 4 Press ① or 一 to select the name that you want to erase. 5 Press ⑤ (ENTER) for two seconds.

The name is erased.

Repeat steps 3 and 4 if you want to erase other names.

6 Press LIST for two seconds.

The unit returns to the normal CD playback mode.

Locating a disc by name

List-up (CD changer with custom file function or MD changer)

You can use this function for the discs that have been assigned a custom name. For more information on disc names, refer to "Labeling a CD" (page 13).

1 Press LIST momentarily.

The name assigned to the disc currently playing appears in the display.

2 Press LIST repeatedly until you find the desired disc.

3 Press (5) (ENTER) to play back the disc.

Notes

• Once a disc name has been displayed for five seconds, the display goes back to its normal playback mode. To turn off the display, press DSPL.
• The track names are not displayed during MD playback.
• If there are no discs in the magazine, "NO DISC" appears in the display.
• If a disc has not been assigned a custom file, " * *" appears in the display.
• If the disc information has not been read by the unit, "NOT READ" appears in the display. To load the disc, first press the number button, then choose the disc that has not been loaded.
• The information appears only in upper cases. There are also some letters which cannot be displayed (during MD playback).

Selecting the specific tracks for playback

Bank

(CD changer with custom file function)

If you label the disc, you can set the unit to skip tracks and play only the tracks you want.

1 Start playing the disc and press SHIFT. Then press ③ (PLAY MODE) for two seconds.

Bank edit mode

Note

If you have not labeled the disc, the bank edit mode does not appear.

2 Press either side of (SEEK/AMS) to select the track number you want to skip and press (5) (ENTER).

The indication changes from "PLAY" to "SKIP." If you want to return to "PLAY," press ⑤ (ENTER) again.

3 Repeat step 2 to set the "PLAY" or "SKIP" mode on all the tracks. 4 Press ③ (PLAY MODE) for two seconds.

Notes

• You can set the "PLAY" and "SKIP" mode on up to 24 tracks.
• You cannot set the "SKIP" mode on all the tracks.

Playing the specific tracks only

You can select:

• BANK-ON to play the tracks with the "PLAY" setting.
• BANK-INV (inverse) to play the tracks with the "SKIP" setting.

1 During playback, press (SHIFT), then press (3) (PLAY MODE) repeatedly until "BANK" appears. 2 Press (4) (arrow right) repeatedly until the desired setting appears.

Playback starts from the track following the current one.

To go back to the normal playing mode, select "BANK-OFF" in step 2 above.

Additional Information

Precautions

• If your car was parked in direct sunlight resulting in a considerable rise in temperature inside the car, allow the unit to cool off before operating it.
• If no power is being supplied to the unit, check the connections first. If everything is in order, check the fuse.
• If no sound comes from the speakers of a two-speaker system, set the fader control to the centre position.
• If your car is equipped with a power aerial, note that it will extend automatically while the unit is operating.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Notes on cassette deck tape heads

• Long use of cassette tapes contaminates the tape head causing poor sound quality or complete sound dropout. Therefore, we recommend cleaning the tape head once a month or so with the separately available Sony Cassette Cleaning Set. If the sound does not improve after using a cleaning cassette, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
• In case of old or inferior cassette tapes, the tape head gets contaminated much more quickly. Depending on the tape, one or two playbacks may cause poor sound.

Cassette care

• Do not touch the tape surface of a cassette, as any dirt or dust will contaminate the heads.
• Keep cassettes away from equipment with built-in magnets such as speakers and amplifiers, as erasure or distortion on the recorded tape could occur.
• Do not expose cassettes to direct sunlight, extremely cold temperatures or moisture.
• When the tape is played back for a long period, the cassette shell may become warm because of the built-in power amplifier. However, this is not a sign of a malfunction.

Cassettes longer than 90 minutes

The use of cassettes longer than 90 minutes is not recommended except for long continuous play. The tapes used for these cassettes are very thin and tend to be stretched easily. Frequent playing and stopping of these tapes may cause them to be pulled into the cassette deck mechanism.

Maintenance

Fuse replacement

When replacing the fuse, be sure to use one that matches the amperage described on the 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.

Warning

Never use a fuse with an amperage rating exceeding the one supplied with the unit as this could damage the unit.

Cleaning the connectors

The unit may not function properly if the connectors between the unit and the front panel are not clean. 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.

Main unit

Back of the front panel

Dismounting the unit

Location of controls

Refer to the pages for details.

SOURCE (source select) button 6, 7, 8, 11, 13 OFF button 4,6 3 (volume/bass/treble/balance/fader control) button 5,8,9,10,13 4 Display window 5 (eject) button (located on the front side of the unit hidden by the front panel) 6 DSPL (display mode change) button 6, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13 7 OPEN button 4,6,15 8 LIST button Disc Memo 13 List-up 9, 14 Station Memo 9 SEEK/AMS (seek/Automatic Music Sensor/manual search) button 6,7,8, 12,14

10 Reset button (located on the front side of the unit hidden by the front panel) 4 11 SOUND button 10 12 MUTE button 10 13 SHIFT button BTM7 SETUP5,11 PLAYMODE7,8,12,14 14 During radio reception: Preset number buttons 7,8 During CD/MD playback: Direct disc selection buttons 12 15 POWER SELECT switch (located on the bottom of the unit) See "POWER SELECT switch" in the Installation/Connections manual. 16 Receptor for optional wireless remote

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Location of controls

Optional wireless remote (RM-X41)

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Buttons with the same functions as those on this unit.

1 OFF button 3 SOURCE button 4 SEEK/AMS button 5 PRESET/DISC button You cannot do the manual search and manual tuning with the wireless remote. 6 MUTE button 7 + buttons 8 DSPL button 9 SOUND button

Buttons with different function than those on the master unit.

DIR button Changes the playback side of the cassette.

When the POWER SELECT switch is set to the B position, the unit cannot be operated with the wireless remote unless SOURCE on the unit is pressed or a cassette is inserted to activate the unit first.

Specifications

Cassette player section

Tape track

4-track 2-channel stereo

Wow and flutter

0.08% (WRMS)

Frequency response

30 - 20,000 Hz

Signal-to-noise ratio

Cassette type	Dolby B NR	Dolby NR off
TYPE II, IV	67 dB	61 dB
TYPE I	64 dB	58 dB

Tuner section

FM

Tuning range

65.0-74.0 MHz

(at 30 kHz step)

87.5-108.0 MHz

(at 50 kHz step)

External aerial connector

10.7 MHz

9 dBf

75 dB at 400 kHz

65 dB (stereo).

68 dB (mono)

Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz

0.5% (stereo),

0.3% (mono)

35 dB at 1 kHz

Frequency response

30 - 15,000 Hz

2 dB

• There are the numerical values measured at 87.5 - 108.0 MHz.

MW/LW

Tuning range

MW: 531 - 1,602 kHz

LW: 153 - 281 kHz

Aerial terminal

External aerial connector

10.71 MHz/450 kHz

Sensitivity

MW: 30 µV

LW: 50 µV

Power amplifier section

Outputs

Speaker outputs

(sure seal connectors)

Speaker impedance

4-8 ohms

Maximum power output 35 W × 4 (at 4 ohms)

General

Outputs

Line outputs (2)

Power aerial relay control lead

Power amplifier control lead

Tone controls

Bass ±8 dB at 100 Hz

Treble ±8 dB at 10 kHz

Power requirements

12 V DC car battery

Treble ±8 dB at 10 kHz

12 V DC car battery

(negative ground)

Approx. 188 x 58 x 177 mm

(w/h/d)

Approx. 182 x 53 x 162 mm

(w/h/d)

Mass

Approx. 1.3 kg

Parts for installation and

connections (1 set)

Front panel case (1)

Rotary remote RM-X2S

Wireless remote RM-X41

BUS cable (supplied with

an RCA pin cord)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

EN

Troubleshooting guide

The following checks will help you remedy most problems that you may encounter with your unit. Before going through the checklist below, check the connections and operating procedures.

General

Problem	Cause/Solution
No sound	• Adjust the volume with ⊙. • Set the fader control to the centre position for two-speaker systems.
The contents of the memory have been erased.	• The power cord or battery has been disconnected. • The reset button has been pressed. → Store again into the memory.
Indications do not appear in the display.	Remove the front panel and clean the connectors. See “Cleaning the connectors” (page 15) for details.

Tape playback

Problem	Cause/Solution
Playback sound is distorted.	Contamination of the tape head. → Clean the head.
The AMS does not operate correctly.	·There is a noise in the space between tracks. ·A blank space is too short (less than four seconds). ·►on (SEEK/AMS) is pressed immediately before the following tracks. ·►on (SEEK/AMS) is pressed immediately after the track starts. ·A long pause, or a passage of low frequencies or very low sound level is treated as a blank space.

Radio reception

Problem	Cause/Solution
Preset tuning is not possible.	• Memorise the correct frequency. • The broadcast is too weak.
Automatic tuning is not possible.	The broadcast is too weak. → Use manual tuning.
The "STEREO" indication flashes.	• Tune in the frequency correctly. • The broadcast signal is too weak. → Set to the monaural mode (page 8).

Error displays (when the optional CD/MD changer is connected) The following indications flash for about five seconds, and an alarm sound will be heard.

Display	Cause	Solution
NO MAG	The disc magazine is not inserted in the CD/MD changer.	Insert the disc magazine with discs into the CD/MD changer.
NO DISC	No disc is inserted in the CD/MD changer.	Insert the discs in the CD/MD changer.
ERROR*1	A CD is dirty or inserted upside down.*2	Clean or insert the CD correctly.
	An MD does not play because of some problem.*2	Insert another MD.
BLANK*1	No tracks have been recorded on an MD.*2	Playback an MD with recorded tracks on it.
RESET	The CD/MD changer cannot be operated because of some problem.	Press the reset button of the unit.
NO REACH	The lid of the MD changer is open or MDs are not inserted properly.	Close the lid or inserted the MDs properly.
HI TEMP	The ambient temperature is more than 50°C.	Wait until the temperature goes down below 50°C.

1 When an error occurs during playback of an MD or CD, the disc number of the MD or CD does not appear in the display. 2 The disc number of the disc causing the error appears in the display.

If the above-mentioned solutions do not help improve the situation, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Index

A

Automatic Music Sensor (AMS) 6, 12

Automatic tuning 8

Automatic Tuner Activation (ATA) 7

Auto Metal 6

Auto Scroll 11

B

Balance 10

Bank Play 14

Bass 10

Beep tone 11

Best Tuning Memory (BTM) 7

Blank Skip 7

C

Changing the displayed items 6,8,11

Caution alarm 4

CD playback 11

Clock 5

D, E

Direct disc selection 12

Disc Memo 13

Display 6,8,9,11

Dolby 7

Dual information 11

F, G, H

Fader 10

Front panel 4, 15

Fuse 15

I, J, K

Illumination colour 11

Intro Scan 7,12

L

List-up 9,14

Locating

a disc 12,14

a specific track 12, 14

a station 9

Loudness 11

M, N, O

Manual search 12

Memorising a station 7

METAL 6

MD playback 11

Monaural mode 8

Mute 10

P, Q

PLAY MODE

ATA 7

BANK 14

BL.SKP 7

INTRO 7,12

LOCAL 8

MONO 8

NR 7

REP 7,12

SHUF 12

POLAR modulation 8

R

Radio 7

Repeat Play 7,12

Reset 4

Rotary remote 5,9,11

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SET UP

AMBER 11

A.SCRL 11

BEEP 11

CLOCK 5

DIM 11

D.INFO 11

GREEN 11

LOUD 11

RM 11

Shuffle Play 12

Station Memo 8

T, U

Tape playback 6

Telephone-mute 10

Treble 10

V

Volume 10

W, X, Y, Z

Wireless remote 18

Welcome!

Setting up the CD/MD

Playing CDs and MDs — Intro Scan 14

Playing tracks in random order — Repeat Play 14 Playing tracks in random order — Shuffle Play 14

— Shuffle Play. 14 Disc Memo. 14

Checking the remaining time — List-up 15

Storing stations in memory — Bank. 16

Listening to the radio

Setting the clock 17 Using the timer 18 Recording from the radio 18 Recording from CDs and MDs 21 Troubleshooting 22 Specifications 24

Additional information

Playing CDs and MDs

The unit can play both CDs and MDs. This section explains how to use the unit for playback.

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The switch is in the closed position, the circuit is closed. The switch is in the open position, the circuit is open. The switch is in the closed position, the circuit is closed. The switch is in the open position, the circuit is open.

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At the same time, the automatic music sensor (AMS) is activated (▲▶).

This unit is equipped with the Automatic Music Sensor (AMS).

The AMS automatically detects and skips blank sections or pauses between tracks.

During playback, press the SEEK/AMS button to skip to the beginning of the current or next track.

Track number display

During playback, the track number is displayed.

Press the DSPL button to display the track number and elapsed time.

The display shows the track number and elapsed time.

To skip to the next track, press the SEEK/AMS button.

To skip to the previous track, press the SEEK/AMS button repeatedly.

The station memo function allows you to store and recall your favorite stations.

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The station memo function automatically stores the stations you listen to most frequently.

To recall a stored station, press the corresponding preset button.

To store a station, press and hold the desired preset button until the display flashes.

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CONTENTS, AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS, AND "NO NAME".

TABLE OF CONTENTS

OPERATION

1. Press the LIST key to display the list, and the display shows the list.

2. Press the DSPL key to display the display.

3. Press the ENTER key to select the displayed item.

4. Press the ENTER key to confirm the selection. The display updates. For steps 3 and 4, press the keys sequentially.

5. Press the LIST key to return to the list.

Note: The above operations are examples.

Display example.

Press the key to operate.

• List-up

1. Press the LIST key. The list of operation items is displayed. 2. Press the LIST key again to return to the previous list. 3. Press the ENTER key to select the item.

a. The display shows the selected item. b. Press the DSPL key to display the next item.

End of instructions.

Source selection (SOURCE)

Press the button to select the source.

Source selection order: FM1 → FM2 → MW → LW → CD1 → CD2 → MD1 → MD2 → TAPE

The display shows the current source and the selected source is indicated.

Press the button to select the seek mode (SEEK/AMS).

The tuner will automatically search for stations.

When a station is received, the search stops. To stop the search manually, press the same button again. The tuner will then stop at the received station. If no station is found, the search continues. To resume the search, press the button again. The tuner will then search for the next station. If the station is weak, the search may not stop. In that case, press the button repeatedly to tune in manually.

Press the button to select the preset mode (PRESET/DISC).

When a preset station is selected, the preset number and frequency are displayed. To select a preset station, press the button repeatedly.

Volume control

Press the DISPLAY button (DSPL) to change the display information.

Clock setting

Press the CLOCK button to set the clock. The time is displayed when the clock is set.

Audio, video, input

Audio input

Control output, audio output, video output, and other connections are provided on the rear panel. Refer to the connection diagram for details.

Connect the DSP output to the audio input of the amplifier.

The audio input level can be adjusted with the volume control.

Control input, output, and remote control

The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries. Insert the batteries with the correct polarity as indicated inside the battery compartment.

1. Press the POWER button to turn on the unit. The SOUND VOL (volume) control adjusts the volume level: MIN (minimum) to MAX (maximum). 2. The unit has a built-in amplifier. The volume can be adjusted using the remote control or the front panel controls.

Audio output

MUTE button. Press to mute the audio output.

The MUTE button mutes the audio output.

The MUTE function can be activated via the remote control (telephone mute).

Remote control operation

The display shows the current status: AMBER/GREEN, etc. The BEEP sound is emitted when a button is pressed. The DIM function adjusts the brightness of the display. The LOUD function enhances low and high frequencies at low volume levels. The RM (remote) function allows control via the remote control. The NORM (normal) setting provides standard audio output. The REV (reverse) setting reverses the audio output phase.

1. Press the SHIFT button to access the second function (SET UP). 2. Press the SET UP button to enter the setup menu, then use the arrow keys to navigate and adjust settings.

CLOCK → AMBER/GREEN → BEEP → DIM → D.INFO → LOUD → RM

3 Press (→) to select the desired setting (ON or OFF). 4 Press (SHIFT). The setting will be stored, and the display will return to the previous screen.

Operating the CD/MD player

The following operations are possible within about 10 seconds after the CD or MD is loaded.

Loading a CD or MD

Press (SOURCE) to select the CD/MD player, then insert the disc.

When a disc is already loaded, press (SOURCE) to switch to the CD/MD player.

To display the disc title, press (DSPL) while the CD/MD is playing. The title will be displayed.

1 Press (SHIFT) to display the menu, then select "NO NAME" for the CD or MD. 2 Press (SHIFT) to display the menu, then select "NO NAME" for the MD. 3 Press (SHIFT) to display the menu, then select "NO NAME" for the CD.

Press (SHIFT) and then (←) to return to the previous display.

Auto Scroll: When the disc title is longer than the display, it will automatically scroll. To turn this function on or off, press (DSPL) while the disc is playing.

1 Press (SHIFT), then press (SET UP) to display the menu, and select "A. SCRL". 2 Press (→) to select "A. SCRL-ON".

To turn off Auto Scroll, press (SHIFT), then select "A.SCRL-OFF".

Displaying the disc title

Press (DSPL) to display the disc title. The title will be displayed for a few seconds, then the display will return to the normal playback display.

CD Player — Automatic Music Sensor (AMS)

The AMS function automatically detects and skips to the beginning of each track, allowing you to easily locate and play the desired track. Press the (SEEK/AMS) button to use this feature.

Repeat Play

This function repeats the current track or all tracks.

— Shuffle Play

There are three shuffle modes:

• SHUF-1: Repeats the current track or all tracks in random order. SHUF-2: Plays all tracks in random order once. SHUF-3: Plays the current track repeatedly in random order.

1. Press the (SHIFT) button, then press the (PLAY MODE) button repeatedly until "SHUF" appears. 2. Press the (ENTER) button to select the desired shuffle mode.

To cancel shuffle play, press the (PLAY MODE) button again until "SHUF-OFF" appears.

To cancel shuffle play, press the (PLAY MODE) button again until "SHUF-OFF" appears.

CD Player

— Disc Memo (You can store up to 16 characters for each CD.)

This function allows you to store a memo for each CD. When you insert a CD, the memo is displayed. You can store up to 16 characters for each CD.

1. Insert a CD and press the (LIST) button to display the memo list.

2. Use the (ENTER) button to select the desired memo.

1. The character input method is as follows: (A→B→C→...Z→0→1→2→…9→+→-→*→/→ → >><→.→)

The character input method (一) is used to input characters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (二) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (三) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (四) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. (Note: The character input method is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols.)

2. The character input method (→) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (←) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (↑) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (↓) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols.

The character input method (1) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (2) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (3) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols.

3. The character input method (1) and (2) are used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (3) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols.

3. The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols.

The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols.

The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols.

The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols.

The character input method (DSPL) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (DSPL) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (DSPL) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols.

The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols.

1. The character input method (SOURCE) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. 2. The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. 3. The character input method (DSPL) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. 4. The character input method (ENTER) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. 5. The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. 6. The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols.

• The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols.

The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols.

1. The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols. The character input method (LIST) is used to input letters, numbers, and symbols.

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COPYRIGHT NOTICE: This manual is copyrighted by Sony. All rights reserved.

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A.UOiUE\~AI%uTUÉIÁ±AÖEO(AMS) 6.13

Auto Scroll

Bank 16

Disc Memo 14

Direct Disc Selection 13

Manual Search 13

Intro Scan 7,14

List-up 10, 15

Repeat Play 7,14

Shuffle Play 14

Station Memo 9

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12 V DC power supply

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BTM (Best Tuning Memory = best tuning memory)

programmable functions .... 7

Low frequencies at 100 Hz

±8 dB

High frequencies at 10 kHz

±8 dB

tremolo

12 V DC

car battery

(negative ground)

Dimensions

approx. 188 x 58 x 177 mm

(W x H x D)

approx. 182 x 53 x 162 mm

(W x H x D)

Installation values

approx. 1.3 kg

Mounting kit for

installation/

The following items are included in the package:

*The following items are included in the package.

Check the contents

for any damage.

Note:

If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately. Do not install a damaged unit.

INTRODUCTION: Thank you for purchasing this unit. Please read this manual carefully before use and keep it for future reference. - REP (repeat) plays the current track, disc, or folder repeatedly. - NR (Dolby NR) reduces tape hiss. - ATA (automatic track selection) skips to the next or previous track. BL.SKP (blank skip) skips blank sections on a tape. *DOLBY, the double-D symbol, and the words "DOLBY" and "NR" are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

2. Press the TUNING button 3 (PLAY MODE) to select the play mode. The play mode changes in the following order: INTRO -> REP -> NR -> ATA -> BL.SKP.

3. Press the TUNING button (204) to turn the power on.

The power will turn on.

If no operation is performed for a few seconds, the display will show "OFF" and the unit will turn off automatically.

Press the TUNING button to select the desired band.

Press the BAND button to select the desired band (BTM).

The unit will automatically search for stations and store them in memory. The search will stop when a station is found. The unit will store up to 10 stations in each band (FM1, FM2, MW, LW).

The unit will automatically search for stations and store them in memory. The search will stop when a station is found. The unit will store up to 10 stations in each band.

1. Press the SOURCE button to select the desired band (FM1, FM2, MW, or LW).

2. Press the TUNING button 6 (BTM). The unit will automatically search for stations and store them in memory. The search will stop when a station is found. The unit will store up to 10 stations in each band.

The unit will automatically search for stations and store them in memory. The search will stop when a station is found. The unit will store up to 10 stations in each band. The unit will also automatically search for stations and store them in memory when the power is turned on.

The unit is a tuner, with 20 stations FM1 and FM2, 10 stations MW and LW, and a timer.

1. Press the SOURCE button to select the tuner. 2. To select a station, use the SEEK/AMS button to search for the next station, or use the manual tuning buttons. 3. The tuner can be set to receive FM, MW, or LW broadcasts.

The tuner has a built-in clock.

The tuner can be set to receive FM, MW, or LW broadcasts, and has a sleep timer.

The tuner has a built-in clock.

1. Press the SOURCE button to select the tuner. 2. To select a station, use the SEEK/AMS button to search for the next station, or use the manual tuning buttons.

The tuner has a built-in clock.

To select a station, use the SEEK/AMS button to search for the next station, or use the manual tuning buttons. The tuner can be set to receive FM, MW, or LW broadcasts.

The tuner has a built-in clock. To set the clock, press the SHIFT button, then press the PLAY MODE button to select "LOCAL" (for local time). Press the button to set the time. The clock can be set to 12-hour or 24-hour format.

The tuner has a built-in clock. To set the clock, press the SHIFT button, then press the PLAY MODE button to select "LOCAL" (for local time). Press the button to set the time. The clock can be set to 12-hour or 24-hour format.

The tuner can receive FM broadcasts in the 87.5 to 108.0 MHz range, and AM broadcasts in the 530 to 1600 kHz range.

The tuner has a built-in clock.

1. Press the SHIFT button, then press the PLAY MODE button to select "MONO".

2. Press the button to select "MONO-ON". To return to stereo, press the button again.

1. Press the button to select the desired source. 2. The list of sources appears.

3. Select the desired source.

Press the C button to select the previous source, or the Q button to select the next source. The selected source is displayed.

2. Press the TUNE button to adjust the frequency (→). The display shows the current frequency.

Press the C button (←) to return to the previous source.

Select the source using the SOURCE button.

The available sources are displayed in the following order:

FM1 → FM2 → MW → LW → CD1 → CD2 → MD1 → MD2 → TAPE

Press the SOURCE button repeatedly to cycle through the sources.

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TYPE II, IV	67‰A	61‰A
TYPE I	64‰A	58‰A

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65.0-74.0 MHz

(FM, 30 kHz)

87.5-108.0 MHz

(FM, 50 kHz)

AM, 10 kHz

FM, 50 kHz

AM

FM, 50 kHz

FM, 50 kHz

30-15,000 Hz

FM

FM, 50 kHz

• FM, 50 kHz, 87.5-108.0 MHz

4-8

(AMS) 6.13

Auto Metal 6