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Sony CDX-MP80 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony CDX-MP80 Operating Instructions Manual

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FM/MW/LW
Compact Disc Player
Operating Instructions
For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections manual.
CDX-MP80
© 2003 Sony Corporation
3-251-179-31 (1)
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CT

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  • Page 1 FM/MW/LW Compact Disc Player Operating Instructions For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections manual. CDX-MP80 © 2003 Sony Corporation 3-251-179-31 (1)
  • Page 2 • Optional controller accessories Wireless rotary commander RM-X6S Wired rotary commander RM-X4S *1 This unit works with Sony products only. *2 ID3 tag is an MP3 file that contains information about album name, artist name, track name, etc. *3 A CD TEXT disc is an audio CD that includes information such as the disc name, artist name, and track names.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Detaching the front panel ....10 Setting the clock ..... 11 CD Player CD/MD Unit (optional) Playing a disc.

  • Page 4: Location Of Controls

    Location of controls CDX-MP80 Behind the front panel...

  • Page 5: Display Window

    Refer to the pages listed for details. a VOL (volume) control dial/SOUND button Rotate to: – Adjust the volume. – Adjust the sound setting. Press to: – Select the sound setting. b SOURCE button To select the source. c MODE button To change the operation.

  • Page 6: Precautions

    If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Moisture condensation On a rainy day or in a very damp area, moisture condensation may occur inside the lenses and display of the unit.

  • Page 7: Notes On Discs

    • You can play MP3 files recorded on CD- ROMs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs. • A CD-R/CD-RW to which a session can be added can be played. * A process necessary for a recorded CD-R/CD-RW disc to be played on the audio CD player.

  • Page 8: About Mp3 Files

    About MP3 files MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3) is a standard technology and format for compressing a sound sequence. The file is compressed to about 1/10 of its original size. Sounds outside the range of human hearing are compressed while the sounds we can hear are not compressed.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    The playback order of the MP3 files The playback order of the folders and files is as follows: Tree 1 Tree 2 Tree 4 Tree 3 (root) Notes • A folder that does not include an MP3 file is skipped. •...

  • Page 10: Detaching The Front Panel

    Detaching the front panel You can detach the front panel of this unit to protect the unit from being stolen. Caution alarm If you turn the ignition switch to the OFF position without removing the front panel, the caution alarm will beep for a few seconds. Press (OFF)*.

  • Page 11: Setting The Clock

    • You can set the clock automatically with the RDS feature (page 21). • When D.Info mode is set to on, the time is always displayed (page 24). CD Player CD/MD Unit (optional) In addition to playing a CD with this unit, you can also control external CD/MD units.
  • Page 12 Do this Press (OFF). Stop playback Press Z. Eject the disc Rotate the ./> Skip tracks – Automatic control dial. Music Sensor Fast-forward/ Press and hold the –m or M+ button, and release at reverse – Manual Search the desired point. Press (LIST), then rotate the Skip albums* ./>...

  • Page 13: Display Items

    Display items When the disc/album/track changes, any prerecorded title* of the new disc/album/track is automatically displayed (if the Auto Scroll function is set to “on,” names exceeding 9 characters will be scrolled (page 24)). DISC/ALBUM TRACK Elapsed number number playing time Displayable items •...

  • Page 14: Playing Tracks In Random Order

    Playing tracks in random order — Shuffle Play You can select: • SHUF ALBUM* — to play the tracks in the current album in random order. • SHUF DISC — to play the tracks on the current disc in random order. •...

  • Page 15: Locating A Disc By Name

    Tips • Simply overwrite or enter “ ” to correct or erase a name. • There is another way to start labelling a CD: Press (LIST) for 2 seconds instead of performing steps 2 and 3. You can also complete the operation by pressing (LIST) for 2 seconds instead of step 5.

  • Page 16: Radio

    Radio The unit can store up to 6 stations per band (FM1, FM2, FM3, MW, and LW). Caution When tuning in stations while driving, use Best Tuning Memory to prevent accidents. Storing stations automatically — Best Tuning Memory (BTM) The unit selects the stations with the strongest signals within the selected band, and stores them in the order of their frequency.

  • Page 17: Storing Only Desired Stations

    Storing only desired stations You can manually preset desired stations. ./> control dial Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select the radio. Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the band. Press the –m or M+ button to tune in the station that you want to store. Press (MENU), then rotate the ./>...

  • Page 18: Rds

    Overview of RDS FM stations with Radio Data System (RDS) service send inaudible digital information along with the regular radio programme signal. For example, one of the following will be displayed upon receiving a station with RDS capability. Displayable items •...

  • Page 19: Receiving Traffic Announcements

    Staying with one regional programme When the AF function is on: this unit’s factory- set setting restricts reception to a specific region, so you won’t be switched to another regional station with a stronger frequency. If you leave this regional programme’s reception area or would like to take advantage of the whole AF function, select “REG off”...

  • Page 20: Presetting Rds Stations With Af And Ta

    Presetting RDS stations with AF and TA setting When you preset RDS stations, the unit stores each station’s AF/TA setting (on/off) as well as its frequency. You can select a different setting (for AF, TA, or both) for individual preset stations, or the same setting for all preset stations.

  • Page 21: Setting The Clock Automatically

    ./> control dial Press (DSPL/PTY) during FM reception until “PTY” appears. The current programme type name appears if the station is transmitting the PTY data. “--------” appears if the received station is not an RDS station, or if the RDS data is not received.

  • Page 22: Other Functions

    Other Functions You can also control the unit (and optional CD/ MD units) with a rotary commander (optional). Using the rotary commander First, attach the appropriate label depending on how you want to mount the rotary commander. The rotary commander works by pressing buttons and/or rotating controls.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Sound Characteristics

    (With optional unit) Do this Skip discs Push in and rotate [once for – Disc selection each disc] the control. To continuously skip discs, push in and rotate once and rotate again within 1 second (and hold) the control. Skip albums Push in and rotate the –...

  • Page 24: Changing The Sound And Display Settings

    Changing the sound and display settings — Menu The following items can be set: Set Up • Clock (page 11) • CT (Clock Time) (page 21) • Beep — to turn the beeps on or off. • AUX-A (page 29) — to turn the AUX source display on or off.

  • Page 25: Setting The Dynamic Soundstage Organizer

    Setting the Dynamic Soundstage Organizer (DSO) If your speakers are installed into the lower part of the doors, the sound will come from below and may not be clear. The DSO (Dynamic Soundstage Organizer) function creates a more ambient sound as if there were speakers in the dashboard (virtual speakers).

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Front And Rear Volume

    Adjusting the equalizer curve You can store and adjust the equalizer settings for frequency and level. Press (SOURCE) to select a source (radio, CD, MD, or AUX). Press (MENU), then rotate the ./> control dial until “EQ7 Tune” appears. Press the ./> control dial. Press the –m or M+ button to select the desired equalizer curve, then press the ./>...

  • Page 27: Adjusting The Volume Of The Subwoofer(S)

    ./> control dial During playback or radio reception, press (MENU). Rotate the ./> control dial until “HPF” appears. Press the –m or M+ button to select the cut-off frequency. Each time you press the –m or M+ button, the frequency changes as follows: off (default setting) y 78 Hz y 125 Hz Press the ./>...

  • Page 28: Selecting The Spectrum Analyzer

    Selecting the spectrum analyzer The sound signal level is displayed on a spectrum analyzer. You can select a display for ten patterns (A-1 to A-5 or B-1 to B-5), or the automatic display mode where all the patterns appear. Press (SOURCE) to select a source (radio, CD, MD, or AUX).

  • Page 29: Connecting Auxiliary Audio Equipment

    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.

  • Page 30: Removing The Unit

    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. Replacing the lithium battery Under normal conditions, batteries will last approximately 1 year.

  • Page 31: Specifications

    MG Memory Stick system-up player MGS-X1 Source selector XA-C30 AUX-IN Selector XA-300 Note This unit cannot be connected to a digital preamplifier or an equalizer which is Sony BUS system compatible. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The following checklist will help you remedy problems you may encounter with your unit. Before going through the checklist below, check the connection and operating procedures. General The operation buttons do not function. Press the RESET button. No sound. •...

  • Page 33: Error Displays/Messages

    Radio reception Preset tuning is not possible. • Store the correct frequency in the memory. • The broadcast signal is too weak. The stations cannot be received. The sound is hampered by noises. • Connect a power aerial control lead (blue) or accessory power supply lead (red) to the power supply lead of a car’s aerial booster.
  • Page 34 If these solutions do not help improve the situation, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Messages LCL Seek +/– The Local Seek mode is on during automatic tuning (page 16). NO AF There is no alternative frequency for the current station.
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  • Page 37 CD n CD/MD  ’ “...
  • Page 38 CDX-MP80...
  • Page 39 n m M o . > SCRL DSPL SEEK < , (OFF) SHUF MODE DISC SOURCE – SEEK – DISC –...
  • Page 40 (OFF) (SOURCE) ¤ ¤ ¤ < ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡...
  • Page 41 ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡...
  • Page 42 • • • • ¤ ¤ ¤ • • ¤ ¤...
  • Page 43 • • • •...
  • Page 44 (OFF) (OFF) (RELEASE) (RELEASE) • • • • • • (OPEN/CLOSE)
  • Page 45 . > (MENU) . > . > . > . > . > • • CD n CD/MD  ’ (OPEN/CLOSE) • • “ (SOURCE)
  • Page 46 (OFF) . > ¤ ¤ (LIST) ¤ . > • • • • > • • • . > • • (SOURCE) (MODE) (SOURCE) (MODE) (SOURCE) (MODE)
  • Page 47 ‡ ‡ ‡  ! ‡ (DSPL/PTY) (DSPL/PTY) (DSPL/PTY) (DSPL/PTY) • • • • • • ¤ ¤ ‡ ‡ ‡ . > . > . > (MENU)
  • Page 48 ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ (MENU) . > . > (MENU) . > . > . > . > . > . >...
  • Page 49 • • (LIST) • (DSPL/PTY) (SOURCE) (MODE) (MENU) . > . > . > . > (MENU) • • (LIST) (LIST) . > . > (LIST) . > . > " (LIST)
  • Page 50 (SOURCE) (MODE) (MENU) . > . > • • . > • • . > (SOURCE) (MODE) . >...
  • Page 51 . > (SOURCE) (MODE) (MENU) . > . > . > (MENU) (SOURCE) (MODE) (SEEK -) (SEEK +) . > . > . > . > (LIST)
  • Page 52 (DSPL/PTY) ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ • • (AF)
  • Page 53 (TA) (TA) (TA) (SOURCE) (MODE)
  • Page 54 . > (AF) (TA) (MENU) . > . > (AF) (TA)
  • Page 55 . > (DSPL/PTY) . >  . > . >  . > • • . > (MENU)
  • Page 56 S O U N D M O D E D S P L (ATT) (SOUND) (SOURCE) (DSPL) (SOURCE) (MODE) (ATT) (OFF) (SOUND) (DSPL) ¤ ¤ ¤ ¤ D S P L M O D E S O U N D (MODE) ¤...
  • Page 57 ¤ ¤ (SOURCE) ’ (ATT) (ATT) (SOUND) M“...
  • Page 58 ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ¤ ‡ ¤ ¤ ¤ ‡ ‡ ‡ ¤ ¤ ‡ ¤ ‡ ¤ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡  ¤ (MENU) (MENU) . > . > . > (DISC +) (DISC -)
  • Page 59 (SOURCE) • • (SOURCE)
  • Page 60 (SOURCE) (MENU) . > . > . > . > . > . > . >  2 /  (SOURCE) –...
  • Page 61 . > . > . > (SOURCE) (MENU) . > . > . > (MENU)
  • Page 62 (SOURCE) (MENU) . > . > (OFF) (MENU) . > . > . > ... y . > • • > . > (DSPL/PTY) . > y ..y...
  • Page 63 (SOURCE) . > (MENU) . > . > . > . > (OFF) (MENU) . > (MENU)
  • Page 64 • • ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡...
  • Page 65 ‘ ‘...
  • Page 66 ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ (OFF) (OFF) ‡ ‡ ‡ (SOURCE) (OFF) ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ¤ ¤ ¤ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ -------- (LIST)
  • Page 67 ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ (AF) (TA) ‡ ‡ -------- ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡...
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