Sony CDX-4180 User's Manual
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1. TRE treble BAL left right FAD front rear 2 Adjust the selected item by rotating the dial Adjust within three seconds after selecting the item After three seconds the dial functions as volume control Changing the sound and beep tone Boosting the bass sound D bass You can enjoy clear and powerful bass sound The D bass function boosts the low frequency signal with a sharper curve than conventional bass boost You can hear the bass line more clearly even if the vocal sound is the same volume You can emphasize and adjust the bass sound easily with the D bass control This effect is similar to the one you get when you use an optional subwoofer system Moreover the Digital D bass function creates even sharper and more powerful bass sound than Analog D bass Digital D bass is available during CD playback Digital D BASS Analog D BASS T T S D BASS 3 g D BASS 3 ao ae lt D BASS 2 e ae D BASS 2 s 2 D BASS 1 ma D BASS 1 g x Frequency Hz Frequency Hz Adjusting the bass curve Turn the D BASS dial to adjust the bass level 1 2 or 3 D BASS appears in the display During CD playback DIGITAL D BASS appears in the display To cancel turn the dial to the OFF position Note The bass sound becomes distorted adjust the D bass dial or volume control Attenuating the beep tone Press 6 while pressing SOUND To obtain the beep tone again press these buttons ag2. Material GaAlAs Wavelength 780 nm Emission Duration Continuous Laser output power Less than 44 6 pW This output is the value measured at a distance of 200 mm from the objective lens surface on the Optical Pick up Block Tuner section FM Tuning range Antenna terminal 87 5 107 9 MHz External antenna connector Intermediate frequency 10 7 MHz Usable sensitivity 8 dBf Selectivity 75 dB at 400 kHz Signal to noise ratio 65 dB stereo 68 dB mono Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz 1 0 stereo 0 5 mono Separation 35 dB at 1 kHz Frequency response 30 15 000 Hz Capture ratio 2 dB AM 530 1 710 kHz External antenna connector 10 71 MHz 450 kHz 30 pV Tuning range Antenna terminal Intermediate frequency Sensitivity Power amplifier section Outputs Speaker outputs sure seal connectors Speaker impedance 4 8 ohms Maximum power output 40 W x4 at 4 ohms General Outputs Line outputs 2 Power antenna relay control Power amplifier control lead Telephone ATT control lead Tone controls Bass 10 dB at 100 Hz Treble 10 dB at 10 kHz Power requirements 12 V DC car battery negative ground Approx 178 x50 185 mm 71 8x2x7 3 s in w h d Approx 182 x 53 x 162 mm 7 4x 21 sx 61 2 in w h d Approx 1 2 kg 2 lb 10 oz Parts for installation and connections 1 set Front panel case 1 Rotary commander RM X4S RCA pin cord RC 63 1 m RC 64 2 m RC 65 5 m Cle
3. label to the rotary commander nsss 13 Turning on the clock display Power Select Function cccecsessesecteees 13 Specifications Ainsi p a 14 Troubleshooting guide ssassn 15 Location of controls amp REPEAT EN Refer to the pages for details AO Seo SEEK AMS seek Automatic Music Sensor manual search control 6 7 8 MODE band select button 7 8 SOURCE source select button 6 7 8 Dial volume bass treble left right front rear control 6 10 SOUND button 6 10 Display window DSPL display mode change time set button 6 8 amp eject button 6 BTM SENS Best Tuning Memory sensitivity adjust button 7 8 BA B A e DOS RELEASE front panel release button 5 12 Reset button located on the front side of the unit hidden by the front panel 5 OFF button 5 6 During radio reception Number buttons 8 During CD playback CG REPEAT button 7 SHUF button 7 D BASS dial 10 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 ball point pen Reset button Notes e Pressing the reset button will erase all the memorized program and memory functions e When you connect the power supply cord to the unit or reset the unit wait for about 10 seconds before you insert a disc Do not i
4. tuner Each time you press SOURCE the mode changes as follows CD TUNER 2 Press repeatedly to select the band Each time you press MODE the mode changes as follows gt FMI gt FM Il gt FM lll gt AM 3 Press BTM SENS for two seconds The unit stores stations in the order of their frequencies on the number buttons Notes e The unit does not store stations with weak signals If only a few stations are received some number buttons remain empty e When a number is indicated in the display the unit starts storing stations from the one currently displayed e Ifa CD is not in the unit only the tuner band appears even if you press SOURCE olpey saAe g Gd payers BuineD H Memorizing only the desired stations You can store up to 6 stations on each band 18 for FM I FM II and FM III 6 for AM in the order of your choice 1 Press repeatedly to select the tuner 2 Press repeatedly to select the band 3 Push the SEEK AMS control up or down to tune in the station that you want to store on the number button 4 Press the desired number button CD to for two seconds until MEM appears 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 memorized stations 1 Press repeatedly to select the tuner 2 Press repeatedly to select the band F
5. Elapsed playing time gt Track number Time lt Locating a specific track Automatic Music Sensor AMS During playback push the SEEK AMS control up or down momentarily To locate succeeding pees tracks To locate preceding tracks Ca Locating a specific point in a track Manual Search During playback push the SEEK AMS control up or down and hold for about two seconds Release when you have found the desired point SEEKIAMS 7 TS aaa To search forward To search backward Note ff L ULL or 171477 appears in the display you have reached the beginning or the end of the disc and you cannot go any further Playing a CD in various modes Playing tracks repeatedly Repeat Play Press 1 during playback REP appears in the display When the currently played track is over it will be played again from the beginning To cancel this mode press again Playing tracks in random order Shuffle Play Press 2 during playback SHUF appears in the display To cancel this mode press again Radio Memorizing stations automatically Best Tuning Memory BTM This function selects from the currently received band the stations with the strongest signals and memorizes them in order of their frequency PREVENTING ACCIDENTS When tuning in while driving use the automatic tuning instead of manual tuning 1 Press repeatedly to select the
6. M I FM Il FM Ill or AM 3 Press the number button to momentarily where the desired station is stored If you cannot tune in a preset station Push the SEEK AMS control up or down momentarily to search for the station automatic tuning Scanning stops when the unit receives a station Push the SEEK AMS control up or down repeatedly until the desired station is received Note If the automatic tuning stops too frequently press momentarily until LCL appears in the display local seek mode 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 push the SEEKIAMS control up or down for two seconds until the desired frequency appears manual tuning If FM stereo reception is poor Monaural Mode Press momentarily until MONO appears The sound improves but becomes monaural ST disappears To go back to the normal mode press again until MONO disappears Changing the displayed items Each time you press DSPL the items alternate between the frequency and time Other Functions You can connect an optional rotary commander RM X4S with this unit Using the rotary commander The rotary commander works by pressing buttons and or rotating controls By pressing buttons the SOURCE and MODE buttons Each time you press SOURCE the source changes as follows TUNER gt CD Press
7. S ONY 3 861 516 31 3 FM AM Compact Disc Player Operating Instructions Owner s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the unit Record the serial number in the space provided below Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product Model No CDX 4180 Serial No For installation and connections see the supplied installation connections manual COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO CDX 4180 1998 by Sony Corporation 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 equipm
8. ain Note If you connect an optional power amplifier and do not use the built in amplifier the beep tone will be disabled Additional Information Precautions e 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 e If no power is being supplied to the unit check the connections first If everything is in order check the fuse e If no sound comes from the speakers of a two speaker system set the fader control to the center position e If your car is equipped with a power antenna 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 handling CDs A dirty or defective disc may cause sound dropouts while playing 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 OY Do not stick paper or tape on the labeled surface Do not expose the discs to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts or 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 center out Do not use solvents such as benzine thinner co
9. aning cloth XP CD1 Compact disc single adapter CSA 8 Dimensions Mounting dimensions Mass Supplied accessories Optional accessories Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Troubleshooting guide The following checklist will help you remedy the problems that you may encounter with your unit Before going through the checklist below check the connection and operating procedures General Problem No sound Cause Solution e Rotate the dial in a clockwise direction to adjust the volume e Set the fader control to the center position for two speaker systems The contents of the memory have been erased e The power cord or battery has been disconnected e The reset button has been pressed Store the settings again into the memory Indications do not appear in the display Remove the front panel and clean the connectors See Cleaning the connectors page 12 for details No beep tone e An optional power amplifier is connected and you are not using the built in amplifier e The beep tone is attenuated page 10 CD playback Problem CD cannot be loaded Cause Solution e Another CD is already loaded e The CD was forcibly inserted upside down Play does not begin Dusty disc CD is automatically ejected The ambient temperature is more than 50 C 122 F CD will not eject The operation buttons do not function Press the amp butt
10. ent 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 CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard Welcome Thank you for purchasing the Sony Compact Disc Player This unit lets you enjoy a variety of features You can use an optional rotary commander RM X4S Table of Contents Location Of CONtIOIS cseessseseseeteteeseeeeeseeeeeeeees 4 Getting Started Resetting the nit ccccccsesseseeseeseeneeeeneeneens 5 Detaching the front panel 0 0 0 5 Setting the Clock s cccctsissssavsassccccossssiscecaneatccecees 6 CD Player Listening t0 a CD ccsssssssessssscssessesssseeneesssseeneens 6 Playing a CD in various modes eesceeeeeees 7 Radio Memorizing stations automatically Best Tuning Memory BTM usses 7 Memorizing only the desired stations 8 Receiving the memorized stations 8 Other Functions Using the rotary commander cscseeseeseeeees 9 Adjusting the sound characteristics 10 Changing the sound and beep tone 10 Additional Information Precautions Maintenance we 12 Dismounting the Unit siriasi 12 Attaching the
11. he clip inside the front cover with a thin screwdriver and lever the front cover free Attaching the label to the rotary commander You can control this unit with the optional rotary commander RM X4S Several labels are supplied with the rotary commander Attach the label that matches the functions of this unit and the mounting position of the rotary commander After you mount the rotary commander attach the label in the illustration below SOUND MODE DSPL Turning on the clock display Power Select Function Only for cars with an accessory position on the ignition key switch To turn the Power Select Function ON Press while pressing SOUND The Power Select Function ties the clock display power to the accessory position on the ignition key switch To avoid battery wear the clock is not displayed while the unit is initializing Note You cannot operate this function with the optional rotary remote RM X4S uoiewoy u EUOIPpPY H 13 14 Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION 17 watts per channel minimum continuous average power into 4 ohms 4 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 1 total harmonic distortion Other specifications CD player section System Compact disc digital audio system Signal to noise ratio 90 dB 10 20 000 Hz Below measurable limit Frequency response Wow and flutter Laser Diode Properties
12. ing changes the operation in the following ways Tuner FM I FM Il FM Ill AM By rotating the control the SEEK AMS control Rotate the control momentarily and release it to e Locate a specific track on a disc Rotate and hold the control until you locate the specific point in a track then release it to start playback e Tune in stations automatically Rotate and hold the control to tune in a specific station By pushing in and rotating the control the PRESET DISC control QO AN o Push in and rotate the control to e Receive the stations memorised on the number buttons e Change the disc Other operations Rotate the VOL control to adjust the volume Press to attenuate the sound suoIpun4 19470 01peY H Press to turn off the unit Press to adjust and select Press to change the displayed items 10 Changing the operative direction The operative direction of controls is factory set as in the illustration below To increase To decrease If you need to mount the rotary commander on the right side of the steering column you can reverse the operative direction Press for two seconds while pushing the VOL control Adjusting the sound characteristics You can adjust bass treble balance and fader Each source can store the bass and treble level independently 1 Select the item you want to adjust by pressing repeatedly VOL volume BAS bass
13. mmercially 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 evaporates When you play 8 cm 3 in CDs Use the optional Sony compact disc single adapter CSA 8 to protect the CD player from being damaged UO LEWIOJU JEUOI IPPY SUO JIUNY 194 0 H 11 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 Fuse 10 A 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 RELEASE 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 Release key supplied Press t
14. nsert a disc within these 10 seconds otherwise the unit will not be reset and you will have to press the reset button again Detaching the front panel You can detach the front panel of this unit to prevent the unit from being stolen 1 Press COFF 2 Press to open up the front panel Then slide the front panel a little to the left and pull it off towards you OFF aN RELEASE Notes e Be sure not to drop the panel when detaching it from the unit e If you press to detach the panel while the unit is still on the unit will turn off automatically to prevent the speakers from being damaged e When you carry the front panel with you put it in the supplied front panel case Attaching the front panel Align part of the front panel to part of the unit as illustrated and push until it clicks Notes e Be sure not to attach the front panel upside down e Do not press the front panel hard against the unit when attaching it Press it lightly against the unit e Do not press hard or put excessive pressure on the display window of the front panel e 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 payers Buipay H Caution alarm If you turn the ignition key switch to the OFF position without removing the front
15. on for two seconds Press the reset button The sound skips due to vibration e The unit is installed at an angle of more than 60 e The unit is not installed in a sturdy part of the car Radio reception Problem Preset tuning is not possible Cause Solution e Store the correct frequency e The broadcast signal is too weak Automatic tuning is not possible The broadcast signal is too weak Use manual tuning The ST indication flashes e Tune in the frequency correctly e The broadcast signal is too weak Set to the MONO mode page 8 UO EWIO U EUOIIPPV H 15 Error displays The following indications will flash for about five seconds Display Cause Solution mL A CD is dirty or inserted upside Clean or insert the CD correctly E 004 down E 999 The CD player cannot be operated Press the reset button or amp because of some problem If the above mentioned solutions do not help improve the situation consult your nearest Sony dealer Sony Corporation Printed in Korea
16. panel the caution alarm will beep for a few seconds If you connect an optional power amplifier and do not use the built in amplifier the beep tone will be disabled Setting the clock The clock has a 12 hour digital indication Example Set the clock to 10 08 1 Press or during operation If the POWER SELECT function is set to ON press OFP If it is set to OFF press SPL 2 Press DSPL for two seconds Mm EI LI The hour digit flashes Set the hour digits To go back To go forward LL ee ANIL The minute digits flash Set the minute digits To go back To go forward aren ea IH T gt 3 Press momentarily MIN 1S TI ioge The clock is activated 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 CD Player Listening to a CD Simply insert the CD Playback starts automatically Labelled side up If a CD is already inserted press repeatedly until CD appears MN SEC a ct Ue 15 ti Elapsed playing time 2r m Note To play back an 8 cm 3 in CD use the optional Sony compact disc single adapter CSA 8 To Press Stop playback or Eject the CD Changing the displayed items Each time you press DSPL the item changes as follows m gt
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