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Sony CDX-3100 (E,F,G,I) 3-810-605-42 (1)
3-810-605-42 (1)
© 1996 by Sony Corporation
FM/MW/LW
Compact Disc
Player
Operating Instructions
Mode d'emploi
Bedienungsanleitung
Istruzioni per l'uso
CDX-3100
For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections
manual.
En ce qui concerne l'installation et les connexions, consulter le manuel
d'installation/connexions fourni.
Zur Installation und zum Anschluß siehe die mitgelieferte Installations-/
Anschlußanleitung.
Per l'installazione e i collegamenti, fare riferimento al manuale di istruzioni di
installazione/collegamenti in dotazione.
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Features
General
· Detachable-front panel enables you to take
the front panel away with you when you
leave your car (page 4).
· Caution alarm will be activated if you turn
off the ignition key without removing the
front panel from the unit.
· 24-hour digital clock provided (page 5).
· Built-in power amplifier (max. output:
20 W
× 4 ch.) enables you to enjoy 4- speaker
systems.
· Line outputs for connecting an optional
power amplifier.
CD player section
· 1 bit DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) for
a clear sound reproduction.
· Quick recovery mechanism for preventing
sound skipping.
· Convenient functions such as the Intro Scan
Function for locating a desired track, the
Repeat Play Function for playing a track
repeatedly, and the Shuffle Play Function
for playing tracks in random order.
Tuner section
· Up to 30 stations can be preset: 18 FM
stations and 6 MW and LW stations.
· Automatic Memory function stores a total
of 30 stations in memory quickly and easily
(page 8).
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Table of Contents
Precautions ............................................................... 4
Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel ............ 4
Setting the Clock ...................................................... 5
CD Player Operation
Playing a CD ............................................................. 6
Ejecting the CD ........................................................ 6
Locating the Beginnings of Tracks
-- AMS (Automatic Music Sensor)
Function .......................................................... 6
Locating the Desired Part of a Track
-- Manual Search Function ............................... 6
Searching for the Desired Track
-- Intro Scan Function ........................................ 6
Playing Tracks Repeatedly
-- Repeat Play Function ..................................... 6
Playing Tracks in Random Order
-- Shuffle Play Function .................................... 7
Radio Reception
Searching for Stations Automatically
-- Automatic Tuning .......................................... 7
If FM Stereo Reception is Poor
-- Monaural Mode .............................................. 7
Tuning in by Adjusting the Frequency
-- Manual Tuning ............................................... 8
Memorising Stations Automatically
-- Automatic Memory Function ....................... 8
Memorising Only the Desired Stations ................ 8
Receiving the Memorised Stations ........................ 8
Other Functions
Adjusting the Sound Characteristics .................... 9
Enjoying Bass and Treble at Low Volume
-- Loudness Function ......................................... 9
Muting the Sound Quickly
-- Mute Function ................................................ 9
Muting the Beep Tone ............................................. 9
Turning on the Clock Display
-- Power Select Function ................................... 9
Maintenance ........................................................... 10
Dismounting the Unit ........................................... 10
Location of Controls .............................................. 11
Specifications .......................................................... 12
Troubleshooting Guide ......................................... 13
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Do not expose the discs to direct sunlight or
heat sources such as hot air-ducts. Do not leave
them in a car parked in direct sunlight where
there can be a considerable rise in the
temperature inside the car.
Before playing, clean the discs with an optional
cleaning cloth. Wipe each disc from the centre
of the disc outward.
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners or antistatic
spray intended for analog discs.
Notes on Moisture condensation
On a rainy day or in a very damp area,
moisture may condense on the lenses inside
the CD player. Should this occur, the unit will
not operate properly. In this case, remove the
disc and wait for about an hour until the
moisture has evaporated.
When you play 8 cm CDs
To use the optional Sony compact disc single
adapter (CSA-8) to protect the CD player from
damage.
Detaching and Attaching
the Front Panel
The front panel of this unit can be detached in
order to prevent the unit from being stolen.
Detaching the Front Panel
Before detaching the front panel, be sure to
press the OFF button first. Then press the
RELEASE button to open up the front panel
and detach the panel by pulling it towards you
as illustrated.
Be sure not to drop the panel after detaching it
from the unit.
Reset button
Precautions
· Before operating the unit for the first time or
after replacing the car battery, press the reset
button with a ballpoint pen etc., then operate
the unit.
· If your car is 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
2-speaker systems, set the fader control to the
centre position.
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 CDs
A dirty or defective disc may cause sound
dropouts during playback. To enjoy optimum
sound, handle the disc as follows.
Handle the disc by its edge to keep the disc
clean. Do not touch the surface.
Do not stick paper or tape on the labelled
surface.
RELEASE button
OFF button
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Attaching the Front Panel
Apply the right side of the front panel to the
unit by attaching part A of the front panel to
part B of the unit as illustrated, then swing
the left side into the unit until it clicks.
Notes
· Make sure that the front panel is the right way up when
attaching it to the unit as it cannot be attached upside
down.
· Do not press the front panel hard against the unit when
attaching it to the unit. It can easily be attached by
pressing it lightly against the unit.
· When you carry the front panel with you, put it in the
supplied front panel case.
· Do not press hard or give excessive pressure to the
display window of the front panel.
· Before removing the front panel, be sure to turn the
power off. However, if you press the RELEASE button to
detach the panel while the unit is still turned on, the
power will automatically turn off in order to protect the
speakers from being damaged.
· Do not expose the front panel to direct sunlight, heat
sources such as hot air ducts or leave it in a humid place.
Never leave it on the dashboard etc. of a car parked in
direct sunlight where there may be a considerable rise in
temperature inside the car.
Caution Alarm
If you turn the ignition key switch to the OFF
position without removing the front panel, the
caution alarm will be activated and a beep tone
will be heard for a few seconds (only for cars
with an accessory position on the ignition key
switch).
Setting the Clock
The clock has a 24-hour digital indication.
For example, setting it to 10:08
1 Display the time.
(Press the
OFF
or
DSPL
button during
unit operation.)
2 Press the DSPL button for more than
two seconds.
Set the hour digits.
3 Press the SEL button momentarily.
Set the minute digits.
4 Press the DSPL button momentarily.
The clock activates.
Note
If the car has no accessory position on the ignition key
switch, the clock cannot be set unless the power is turn on.
Set the clock after you have turned on the radio, or started
CD playback.
B
A
The hour digit(s) blinks.
to go forward
to go back
The minute digits blink.
to go forward
to go back
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