2-651-185-11 (1)

FM/AM Compact Disc Player
Operating Instructions Mode demploi

Owners Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the unit. Record these numbers in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No.
To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 9. Pour annuler laffichage de dmonstration (DEMO), reportez-vous la page 11.

CDX-GT200 CDX-GT20W

2005 Sony Corporation

Welcome !

Thank you for purchasing this Sony Compact Disc Player. You can enjoy your drive with the following functions. CD playback You can play CD-DA (also containing CD TEXT*), CD-R/CD-RW (MP3/WMA files also containing Multi Session (page 11)) and ATRAC CD (ATRAC3 and ATRAC3plus format (page 12)).
Type of discs CD-DA Label on the disc

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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

MP3 WMA ATRAC CD

Radio reception You can store up to 6 stations per band (FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 and AM2). BTM (Best Tuning Memory): the unit selects strong signal stations and stores them. Sound adjustment EQ3: You can select an equalizer curve for 7 music types. Auxiliary equipment connection An AUX input jack on the front of the unit allows connection of a portable audio device.
* A CD TEXT disc is a CD-DA that includes information such as disc, artist and track name.
CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
Warning if your cars ignition has no ACC position After turning the ignition off, be sure to press and hold (OFF) on the unit until the display disappears. Otherwise, the display does not turn off and this causes battery drain.
SonicStage and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. ATRAC, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus and their logos are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections manual.
Microsoft, Windows Media, and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Table of Contents

Getting Started
Resetting the unit. 4 Setting the clock. 4 Detaching the front panel. 4 Attaching the front panel. 5

Other functions

Changing the sound settings. 9 Adjusting the sound characteristics BAL/FAD/SUB. 9 Customizing the equalizer curve EQ3. 9 Adjusting setup items SET. 9 Using optional equipment. 10 Auxiliary audio equipment. 10 Card remote commander RM-X114. 10
Location of controls and basic operations
Main unit. 6 Card remote commander RM-X151. 6

Additional Information

Precautions. Notes on discs. About MP3/WMA files. About ATRAC CD. Maintenance. Removing the unit. Specifications. Troubleshooting. Error displays/Messages. 15
Display items. 8 Repeat and shuffle play. 8
Storing and receiving stations. 8 Storing automatically BTM. 8 Storing manually. 8 Receiving the stored stations. 8 Tuning automatically. 8
Getting Started Resetting the unit
Before operating the unit for the first time, or after replacing the car battery or changing the connections, you must reset the unit. Detach the front panel and press the RESET button with a pointed object, such as a ball-point pen.
Detaching the front panel
You can detach the front panel of this unit to prevent theft.

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.

RESET button Note Pressing the RESET button will erase the clock setting and some stored contents.
Press (OFF). The unit is turned off. Press , then pull it off towards you.

Setting the clock

The clock uses a 12-hour digital indication.
Press and hold the select button. The setup display appears. Press the select button repeatedly until CLOCK-ADJ appears. Press (DSPL). The hour indication flashes. Rotate the volume control dial to set the hour and minute. To move the digital indication, press (DSPL). Press the select button. The setup is complete and the clock starts.
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.
To display the clock, press (DSPL). Press (DSPL) again to return to the previous display.
With the card remote commander In step 4, to set the hour and minute, press M or m.
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.
Note Do not put anything on the inner surface of the front panel.

Main unit

Card remote commander RM-X151 (CDX-GT200 only)

OFF ATT

Refer to the pages listed for details. A OFF button To power off; stop the source. B Volume control dial/select button 9 To adjust volume (rotate); select setup items (press and rotate). C EQ3 (equalizer) button 9 To select an equalizer type (XPLOD, VOCAL, CLUB, JAZZ, NEW AGE, ROCK, CUSTOM or OFF). D Disc slot To insert the disc (label side up), playback starts. E Display window F Z (eject) button To eject the disc. G SCRL (scroll) button 8 To scroll the display item. H DSPL (display)/DIM (dimmer) button 4, 8 To change display items (press); change the display brightness (press and hold). I GP*1/ALBM*2 +/ buttons To skip groups/albums (press); skip groups/ albums continuously (press and hold). J (front panel release) button 4

SOURCE

K SEEK /+ buttons 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). Radio: To tune in stations automatically (press); find a station manually (press and hold). L SOURCE button To power on; change the source (Radio/CD/ AUX). M BTM button 8 To start the BTM function (press and hold). N MODE button 8 To select the radio band (FM/AM). O RESET button (located behind the front panel) 4 P Number buttons CD: (3): REP 8 (4): SHUF 8 (6): PAUSE To pause playback. To cancel, press again. Radio: To receive stored stations (press); store stations (press and hold). Q SENS button To improve weak reception: LOCAL/ MONO. R Receptor for the card remote commander 10 S AUX input jack 10 To connect a portable audio device.

The following buttons on the card remote commander have also different buttons/functions from the unit. w; < (.)/, (>) buttons CD: To control CD/Radio, the same as (SEEK) /+ on the unit. wa VOL (volume) +/ button To adjust volume. ws ATT (attenuate) button To attenuate the sound. To cancel, press again. wd SEL (select) button To select items. wf M (+)/m () buttons To control CD, the same as (GP/ALBM) /+ on the unit. wg Number buttons To receive stored stations (press); store stations (press and hold).
*1 When an ATRAC CD is played. *2 When an MP3/WMA is played. Note If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it cannot be operated with the card remote commander unless (SOURCE) on the unit is pressed, or a disc is inserted to activate the unit first. Tip For details on how to replace the battery, see Replacing the lithium battery on page 12.

Display items

Radio Storing and receiving stations

Caution

When tuning in stations while driving, use Best Tuning Memory (BTM) to prevent an accident.
Storing automatically BTM
A MP3/ATRAC CD/WMA indication B Track number/Elapsed playing time, Disc/ artist name, Album/group number*1, Album/ group name, Track name, Text information*2, Clock C Source
*1 Album/group number is displayed only when the album/group is changed. *2 When playing an MP3, ID3 tag is displayed, when playing ATRAC CD, text information written by SonicStage, etc., is displayed, and when playing WMA, WMA tag is displayed.
Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until TUNER appears. To change the band, press (MODE) repeatedly. You can select from FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2. Press and hold (BTM) until BTM flashes. The unit stores stations in order of frequency on the number buttons. A beep sounds when the setting is stored.
To change display items B, press (DSPL); scroll display items B, press (SCRL) or set A.SCRL-ON (page 9).
Tip Displayed items will differ, depending on the disc type, recorded format and settings. For details on MP3/ WMA, see page 11; ATRAC CD, see page 12.

Storing manually

While receiving the station that you want to store, press and hold a number button ((1) to (6)) until MEM appears. The number button indication appears in the display.

Repeat and shuffle play

During playback, press (3) (REP) or (4) (SHUF) repeatedly until the desired setting appears.

To play

Note If you try to store another station on the same number button, the previous stored station will be replaced.
Receiving the stored stations

Select

REP-TRACK REP-ALBM*1 REP-GP*2 SHUF-ALBM*1 SHUF-GP*
track repeatedly. album repeatedly. group repeatedly. album in random order. group in random order. disc in random order.

Select the band, then press a number button ((1) to (6)).

Tuning automatically

SHUF-DISC
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.
*1 When an MP3/WMA is played. *2 When an ATRAC CD is played.
To return to normal play mode, select REPOFF or SHUF-OFF.
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).
Other functions Changing the sound settings
With the card remote commander In step 3, to adjust the selected item, press <, M, , or m.
Adjusting setup items SET
Adjusting the sound characteristics BAL/FAD/SUB
You can adjust the balance, fader, and subwoofer volume.
Press and hold the select button. The setup display appears. Press the select button repeatedly until the desired item appears. Rotate the volume control dial to select the setting (example ON or OFF). Press and hold the select button. The setup is complete and the display returns to normal play/reception mode.
Press the select button repeatedly until BAL, FAD or SUB appears. The item changes as follows: 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 When EQ3 is activated (page 9). *2 When the audio output is set to SUB (page 9). ATT is displayed at the lowest setting, and can be adjusted up to 20 steps. *3 When AUX source is activated (page 10).
Note Displayed items will differ, depending on the source and setting. With the card remote commander In step 3, to select the setting, press < or ,.
Rotate the volume control dial to adjust the selected item. After 3 seconds, the setting is complete and the display returns to normal play/reception mode.
The following items can be set (follow the page reference for details): z indicates the default settings. CLOCK-ADJ (Clock Adjust) (page 4) BEEP To set BEEP-ON (z) or BEEP-OFF. AUX-A*1 (AUX Audio) To turn the AUX source display AUX-A-ON (z) or AUX-A-OFF (page 10). SUB/REAR*1 To switch the audio output. SUB-OUT (z): to output to a subwoofer. REAR-OUT: to output to a power amplifier. DIM (Dimmer) To change the brightness of the display. DIM-ON: to dim the display. DIM-OFF (z): to deactivate the dimmer. DEMO*1 (Demonstration) To set DEMO-ON (z) or DEMO-OFF. A.SCRL (Auto Scroll) To scroll long displayed item automatically when the disc/group/track/album is changed. A.SCRL-ON: to scroll. A.SCRL-OFF (z): to not scroll. continue to next page t

With the card remote commander In step 2, to adjust the selected item, press <, M, , or m.
Customizing the equalizer curve EQ3
CUSTOM of EQ3 allows you to make your own equalizer settings.
Select a source, then press (EQ3) repeatedly to select CUSTOM. Press the select button repeatedly until LOW, MID or HI appears. Rotate the volume control dial to adjust the selected item. The volume level is adjustable in 1 dB steps, from 10 dB to +10 dB.
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. After 3 seconds, the setting is complete and the display returns to normal play/reception mode.
Tip Other equalizer types are also adjustable.
LPF*2 (Low Pass Filter) To select the subwoofer cut-off frequency: LPF OFF (z), LPF125Hz or LPF 78Hz.
*1 When the unit is turned off. *2 When the audio output is set to SUB.
5 Press the select button repeatedly until AUX appears, and rotate the volume control dial to adjust the volume level.
Card remote commander RM-X114 (CDX-GT20W only)

Location of controls

The corresponding buttons on the card remote commander control the same functions as those on this unit.
DSPL MENU* SOURCE </, (SEEK /+) SOUND OFF VOL (+/)

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:

MODE LIST*

PRESET +

DISC +

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.

PRESET

R ENTE
m/M (DISC*/ PRESET +/) ENTER* ATT
The following buttons on the card remote commander have also different buttons/functions from the unit.
Connecting cord* (not supplied)
SOUND button The same as the select button on the unit. </, (SEEK /+) buttons To control CD/radio, the same as (SEEK) /+ on the unit. (For details of other operations, see With the card remote commander on each pages.) M/m (DISC*/PRESET +/) buttons To control CD, the same as GP/ALBM /+ buttons on the unit. (For details of other operations, see With the card remote commander on each pages.) 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) on the unit is pressed, or a disc is inserted to activate the unit first.
* Be sure to use a straight type plug.

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) repeatedly until AUX FRONT IN appears. 3 Start playback of the portable audio device at a moderate volume. 4 Set your usual listening volume on the unit.
Additional Information Precautions
If your car has been parked in direct sunlight, allow the unit to cool off before operating it. Power antenna will extend automatically while the unit is operating.
Before playing, clean the discs with a commercially available cleaning cloth. Wipe each disc from the center out. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or antistatic spray intended for analog discs.
Notes on CD-R/CD-RW discs
Some CD-Rs/CD-RWs (depending on the equipment used for its recording or the condition of the disc) may not play on this unit. You cannot play a CD-R/a CD-RW that is not finalized.

Moisture condensation

On a rainy day or in a very damp area, moisture condensation may occur inside the lenses and display of 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.
Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies
This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.
To maintain high sound quality
Be careful not to splash juice or other soft drinks onto the unit or discs.

Notes on discs

To keep a disc clean, do not touch its surface. Handle the disc by its edge. Keep your discs in their cases or disc magazines when not in use. Do not subject discs to heat/high temperature. Avoid leaving them in a parked car or on a dashboard/rear tray. Do not attach labels, or use discs with sticky ink/ residue. Such discs may stop spinning when used, causing a malfunction, or may ruin the disc.

Note on DualDiscs

A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side. However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is not guaranteed.

About MP3/WMA 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. WMA, which stands for Windows Media Audio, is another music file compression format standard. It compresses audio CD data to approximately 1/22* of its original size.

* only for 64 kbps

Do not use any discs with labels or stickers attached. The following malfunctions may result from using such discs: Inability to eject a disc (due to a label or sticker peeling off and jamming the eject mechanism). Inability to read audio data correctly (e.g., playback skipping, or no playback) due to heat shrinking of a sticker or label causing a disc to warp. Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star) cannot be played on this unit. Attempting to do so may damage the unit. Do not use such discs. You cannot play 8 cm (3 1/4 in) CDs.
The unit is compatible with the ISO 9660 level 1/ level 2 format, Joliet/Romeo in the expansion format and Multi Session. The maximum number of: folders (albums): 150 (including root and empty folders). MP3/WMA files (tracks) and folders contained in a disc: 300 (if a folder/file names contain many characters, this number may become less than 300). displayable characters for a folder/file name is 32 (Joliet), or 64 (Romeo).

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ID3 tag versions 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4 apply to MP3 only. ID tag is 15/30 characters (1.0 and 1.1), or 63/126 characters (2.2, 2.3 and 2.4). WMA tag is 63 characters.

ATRAC CD

ATRAC CD is recorded audio CD data which is compressed to ATRAC3 or ATRAC3plus format using authorized software, such as SonicStage 2.0 or later, or SonicStage Simple Burner. The maximum number of: folders (groups): 255 files (tracks): 999 The characters for a folder/file name and text information written by SonicStage is displayed. For details on ATRAC CD, see the SonicStage or SonicStage Simple Burner manual.
Note Be sure to create the ATRAC CD using authorized software, such as SonicStage 2.0 or later, or SonicStage Simple Burner 1.0 or 1.1.
Playback order of MP3/WMA files
MP3/WMA Folder (album) MP3/WMA file (track)
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Notes When naming an MP3/WMA file, be sure to add the file expansion.mp3 /.wma to the file name. During playback of a VBR (variable bit rate) MP3/ WMA file or fast-forward/reverse, elapsed playing time may not display accurately. When the disc is recorded in Multi Session, only the first track of the first session format is recognized and played (any other format is skipped). The priority of the format is CD-DA, ATRAC CD and MP3/WMA. When the first track is a CD-DA, only CD-DA of the first session is played. When the first track is not a CD-DA, an ATRAC CD or MP3/WMA session is played. If the disc has no data in any of these formats, NO MUSIC is displayed. Notes on MP3 Be sure to finalize the disc before using on the unit. If you play a high-bit-rate MP3, such as 320 kbps, sound may be intermittent. Notes on WMA Files made with lossless compression are not playable. Files protected by copyright are not playable.

Maintenance

Replacing the lithium battery
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. RM-X151 (CDX-GT200 only)

+ side up

RM-X114

About ATRAC CD

ATRAC3plus format
ATRAC3, which stands for Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3, is audio compression technology. It compresses audio CD data to approximately 1/10 of its original size. ATRAC3plus, which is an extended format of ATRAC3, compresses the audio CD data to approximately 1/20 of its original size. The unit accepts both ATRAC3 and ATRAC3plus format.
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.

Removing the unit

Remove the protection collar. 1 Detach the front panel (page 4). 2 Engage the release keys together with the protection collar.

WARNING

Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire.
Orient the release keys as shown.

Fuse replacement

When replacing the fuse, be sure to use one matching the amperage rating stated on the original fuse. If the fuse blows, check the 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.
3 Pull out the release keys to remove the protection collar.

Fuse (10A)

Remove the unit. 1 Insert both release keys simultaneously until they click.

Hook facing inwards.

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 4) and clean the connectors with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol. Do not apply too much force. Otherwise, the connectors may be damaged.
2 Pull the release keys to unseat the unit.
Main unit 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.
3 Slide the unit out of the mounting.

Specifications

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION 23.2 watts per channel minimum continuous average power into 4 ohms, 4 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 5% total harmonic distortion. CEA2006 Standard Power Output: 17 Watts RMS 4 at 4 Ohms < 1% THD+N SN Ratio: 82 dBA (reference: 1 Watt into 4 Ohms)
Mass: Approx. 1.2 kg (2 lb 11 oz) Supplied accessories: Card remote commander: RM-X151 (CDX-GT200 only) Parts for installation and connections (1 set) Optional accessory: Card remote commander: RM-X114 (CDX-GT20W only)
Your dealer may not handle some of the above listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for detailed information.
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories.

CD Player section

Signal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB Frequency response: 10 20,000 Hz Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Tuner section

Tuning range: 87.5 107.9 MHz Antenna terminal: External antenna connector Intermediate frequency: 10.7 MHz/450 kHz Usable sensitivity: 9 dBf Selectivity: 75 dB at 400 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio: 67 dB (stereo), 69 dB (mono) Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz: 0.5 % (stereo), 0.3 % (mono) Separation: 35 dB at 1 kHz Frequency response: 30 15,000 Hz

Lead-free solder is used for soldering certain parts. (more than 80 %) Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the certain printed wiring boards. Halogenated flame retardants are not used in cabinets. Packaging cushions do not use polystyrene foam.
Tuning range: 530 1,710 kHz Antenna terminal: External antenna connector Intermediate frequency: 10.7 MHz/450 kHz Sensitivity: 30 V

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.

Power amplifier section

Outputs: Speaker outputs (sure seal connectors) Speaker impedance: ohms Maximum power output: 52 W 4 (at 4 ohms)

General

No power is being supplied to the unit. Check the connection. If everything is in order, check the fuse. If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it cannot be operated with the remote commander. t Turn on the unit. The power antenna does not extend. The power antenna does not have a relay box. No sound. The volume is too low. The ATT function 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 9). An optional power amplifier is connected and you are not using the built-in amplifier.
Outputs: Audio outputs terminal (sub/rear switchable) Power antenna relay control terminal Power amplifier control terminal Inputs: Antenna 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) Dimensions: Approx. 179 mm (7 1/7 1/8 in) (w/h/d) Mounting dimensions: Approx. 161 mm (7 1/1/3/8 in) (w/h/d)
The contents of the memory have been erased. The RESET button has been pressed. t Store again into the memory. The power connecting lead or battery has been disconnected. The power connecting lead is not connected properly. Stored stations and correct time are erased. The fuse has blown. Makes noise when the position of the ignition key is switched. The leads are not matched correctly with the cars accessory power connector. The display disappears from/does not appear in the display window. The dimmer is set DIM-ON (page 9). The display disappears if you press and hold (OFF). t Press and hold (OFF) on the unit until the display appears. The connectors are dirty (page 13).

Radio reception

The stations cannot be received. The sound is hampered by noises. Connect a power antenna control lead (blue) or accessory power supply lead (red) to the power supply lead of a cars antenna booster (only when your car has built-in FM/AM antenna in the rear/side glass). Check the connection of the car antenna. The auto antenna will not go up. t Check the connection of the power antenna control lead. Check the frequency. 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: Press (SENS) until LOCAL-ON appears. t Tuning does not stop at a station: Press (SENS) repeatedly until MONO-ON or MONO-OFF (FM), or LOCAL-OFF (AM) appears. 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 Press (SENS) to set the monaural reception mode to MONO-ON. An FM program broadcast in stereo is heard in monaural. The unit is in monaural reception mode. t Press (SENS) until MONO-OFF appears.

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 11). MP3/WMA files cannot be played back. The disc is incompatible with the MP3/WMA format and version (page 11). 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 ATRAC CD cannot play. The disc is not created by authorized software, such as SonicStage or SonicStage Simple Burner. Tracks that are not included in the group cannot be played. The display items do not scroll. For discs with very many characters, those may not scroll. A.SCRL is set to OFF. t Set A.SCRL-ON (page 9) or press (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 operation buttons do not function. The disc will not eject. Press the RESET button (page 4).

Si ces solutions ne permettent pas damliorer la situation, contactez votre dtaillant Sony le plus proche. Si vous portez lappareil rparer en raison dun problme de lecture de CD, apportez le disque utilis au moment o le problme sest produit.
If you have any questions/problems regarding this product, try the following:
Read Troubleshooting in these Operating Instructions. Reset the unit.
Note: Stored data may be erased.
Please contact (U.S.A. only);
Call 1-800-222-7669 URL http://www.SONY.com
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