Eclipse CD5425E Owner's Manual

Eclipse CD5425E Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2: For Your Safety In Using The Cd5425E

    Warnings and caution signs, illustrated below, are posted throughout this manual as well as on the CD5425E. They show safe and correct ways to handle the product so as to prevent personal injury to you, others and to avoid property damage.
  • Page 3 ● Store the remote control in a place away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, and high moisture levels. The case may change shape, and the batteries may rupture and leak. ● Do not use this equipment except for in-vehicle use. Shocks or injuries may result. For your safety in using the CD5425E...
  • Page 4 Introdaction CAUTION ● Be careful of the position of the volume when turning the power source ON. Hearing damage may result if very loud noise is emitted when the power is turned ON. ● Do not operate under abnormal conditions such as when the sound is broken or distorted. Fires may result.
  • Page 5 Table of Contents For your safety in using the CD5425E ... 66 Operating precautions ... 74 Names of controls and parts ... 75 How to operate the CD player ... 79 How to operate the MP3 player ... 84 How to operate the tuner ... 90 How to use the optional remote control ...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents For your safety in using the CD5425E ... 66 Operating precautions... 74 Notes on operation ... 74 Names of controls and parts... 75 Turning the power on and off... 77 How to operate the CD player ... 79 About compact discs ...
  • Page 7 Advancing to the next track (file) or returning to the beginning of the track (file) being played ... 87 Skipping to the next or previous folder ... 88 Fast Forward/Rewind ... 88 Return to the root directory of the CD... 88 Playing the beginning of files (SCAN) ...
  • Page 8 Table of Contents How to play MP3 ... 100 Switching disc modes... 100 Advancing to the next file or returning to the beginning of the file being played ... 100 Skipping to the next or previous folder... 100 Replacing the battery... 101 ESN security operating procedure ...
  • Page 9 How to operate the receiver with an optional CD changer connected ... 117 Listening to a CD ... 117 Advancing to the next track or returning to the beginning of the track being played ... 117 Fast Forward/Rewind ... 117 Playing the beginning of tracks (SCAN) ...
  • Page 10: Operating Precautions

    Introdaction Operating precautions <Your CD5425E will perform well over a long period of time through correct handling and care.> Notes on operation • For your safety, play only at volume levels that allow outside sounds to be heard. • We recommend using with this player a disc with the logo shown •...
  • Page 11: Names Of Controls And Parts

    Names of controls and parts Front view Button Name/Working (OPEN / EJECT)] button Opens/closes front panel and ejects CD. [AUDIO CONTROL] button Adjusts volume and performs other functions. [DISC] button Switches to between disc modes and AUX mode. [TA] button Selects the TP or TA mode.
  • Page 12 Introdaction Button Name/Working Buttons [1] to [6] Selects radio preset channels and performs disc mode functions. Disc slot Inserts compact discs. CAUTION Never place an object or rest your hands or the like on the front panel. Button [FM AM] button Switches to radio mode and switches radio bands.
  • Page 13: Turning The Power On And Off

    Turning the power on and off When the power is turned on, the state used when the power was turned off such as CD and tuner playback is restored. When the vehicle has no ACC position on the ignition switch, care is needed when turning off the deck.
  • Page 14 Introdaction Remote control (optional) Button Name/Working [PWR] button Turns deck power ON/OFF. [TU] button Switches to tuner mode. [BAND] button Switches to radio mode and DISC mode. ] button Decreases the volume. [MUTE] button Activates and deactivates mute. PRESET CH DISC ] buttons Selects radio preset channels...
  • Page 15: How To Operate The Cd Player

    How to operate the CD player About compact discs • The signal recorded on a compact disc is read by a laser beam, so nothing touches the disc surface. A scratch on the recorded surface or a badly warped disc may cause deteriorated sound quality or intermittent playback.
  • Page 16: About Cd Accessories

    Operation About CD accessories • Do not use accessories (stabilizers, protective seals, laser lens • Please be sure NOT to attach any ring-shape protector (or other About borrowed CDs • Do not use a CD with glue or remnants of adhesive tape or labels. They may cause the CD to get stuck inside or damage the deck.
  • Page 17: Listening To Cd

    Listening to CD Press the [CD ] button. The front panel opens. If a disc has already been loaded, the disc is ejected by pressing the ] button. Insert a CD into the disc slot, label side up. will immediately playing.
  • Page 18: Fast Forward/Rewind

    Operation Fast Forward/Rewind Fast forward or rewind the song currently being played. Press and hold the [ button. [ ] button: Fast forward. [ ] button: Rewind. Playing the beginning of tracks (SCAN) Press the [4 SCAN] button. Pressing the button causes the player to move up to the next track and play it for 10 seconds, then move up to the next track and play it...
  • Page 19: Displaying Cd Text

    Displaying CD text Only the built-in CD player supports CD TEXT. It can not be displayed with the optional CD changer. If the CD came with a logo shown below, it is recorded with a disc title and track titles. These information will be displayed during playback.
  • Page 20: How To Operate The Mp3 Player

    Operation How to operate the MP3 player About MP3 ATTENTION The making of MP3 files by recording from sources such as broadcasts, records, recordings, videos and live performances without permission from the copyright holder for uses other than personal enjoyment is prohibited.
  • Page 21: Format Of Discs

    Format of discs The format of discs to be used must be ISO9660 Level 1 or Level 2. Control items for this standard are as follows: • Maximum directory layers: • Maximum characters for folder names/file names:32 (including "." and 3 letter file extension) •...
  • Page 22: Playing Mp3

    Operation Playing MP3 When a disc with recorded MP3 files is inserted, the deck first checks all the files on the disc. No sound is output while the deck is checking the files on the disc. It is recommended that the disc be recorded without files other than MP3 files and without unnecessary folders in order to speed up the checking of disc files by the deck.
  • Page 23: Listening To Mp3 File

    Listening to MP3 file Switch to the CD player mode. CAUTION • Playback may be intermittent when there is a scratch on a CD or when the recorded side is dirty. • Only two external CD changers may be connected. How to operate the MP3 player ●...
  • Page 24: Skipping To The Next Or Previous Folder

    Operation Skipping to the next or previous folder Press button [1 ] or [2 Button [1 Selects the previous folder Button [2 Selects the next folder. Fast Forward/Rewind Fast forward or rewind the song currently being played. Press and hold the [ button.
  • Page 25: Playing Files In Random Order (Random)

    Playing files in random order (RANDOM) Press the [6 RAND] button. Press button randomly play the files in the same layer as the folder being played. On pressing the button for longer than 2 seconds, [ALL RANDOM] is displayed and the files in all folders are played randomly.
  • Page 26: How To Operate The Tuner

    Operation How to operate the tuner FM reception characteristics In general, FM has much better tonal quality than AM. However, FM and FM stereo reception encounter several characteristic problems not encountered with AM. FM is more difficult to receive than AM in a moving vehicle.
  • Page 27: Reception Area Of Fm Broadcasts

    Reception area of FM broadcasts Transmitting Antenna 100 Meters High Effective Radiation Power 1kW FM Stereo Car Radio 20 km FM Monaural Car Radio 50 km Home FM Stereo Receiver 100 km Reception quality varies depending on the power of the FM station, natural and artificial barriers, weather conditions, etc.
  • Page 28: Tuning To A Station

    Operation ATTENTION • If stations have been stored in memory, pressing a button from [1] to [6] will directly select a station. (Refer "Manually stations into memory" on page 93) Tuning to a station First, press the [FM AM] button to start tuner operation.
  • Page 29: Manually Setting Stations Into Memory

    ATTENTION • Pressing the preset buttons ([1] to [6]) allows you to make one-touch station selections. The frequency of the selected station is indicated • When a new station is set in memory, the station previously set in memory will be deleted. •...
  • Page 30: Changing The Reception Sensitivity For Automatic Scanning

    Operation Changing the reception sensitivity for automatic scanning The deck lets you select the reception sensitivity to be used for automatic scanning of stations. The two sensitivity modes available for this deck are AUTO mode and DX mode. During automatic scanning, the reception sensitivity switches automatically to one of two levels.
  • Page 31 When the traffic information station is received, the [TP] indicator is lit on the display. When the traffic information station becomes unreceivable, the [TP] indicator flashes. When the [ ] or [ ] button is pressed in the FM mode, the unit starts to search for the traffic information station.
  • Page 32: Setting Pty (Program Type)

    Operation Setting PTY (program type) With stations, broadcasting station and program category information are transmitted and can displayed on the unit’s display. It is also possible to select only those RDS stations that are broadcasting the genre selected by using the PTY function.
  • Page 33: How To Use The Optional Remote Control

    How to use the optional remote control Precautions in use of the remote control • Be careful when handling the control, especially because it is small and light. Dropping or striking it hard may damage it, wear out the battery or cause a malfunction. •...
  • Page 34: Turning The Power On/Off

    Operation Turning the power on/off When the power is turned on, the state used when the power was turned off such as CD and tuner playing is restored. Press the [PWR] button. The power turns on or off each time the button is pressed. ATTENTION When the main unit is shut down, the remote control will not work.
  • Page 35: Selecting A Station (Manually Or Automatically)

    Selecting a station (manually or automatically) A short press of the button will allow manual station tuning. Pressing for more than one second will start automatic tuning. Press TUNE•SEEK button. [ ] button: Tunes higher stations. [ ] button: Tunes to lower frequency stations. Selecting preset stations A total of six stations may be selected (preset tuning) out of those already set in memory...
  • Page 36: Switching Disc Modes

    Operation How to play MP3 Switching disc modes Press the [DISC] button. The disc mode is activated. Press [BAND] button. When one or two CD changers are connected, press the [BAND] or [DISC] button to change modes from CD player ➔ CD changer 1 ➔ CD changer 2.
  • Page 37: Replacing The Battery

    Replacing the battery WARNING To prevent accidents, store batteries out of the reach of children. If a child has swallowed one, consult immediately. Use two AAA size batteries. Remove the back cover of the remote control unit by gently pressing and sliding it in the direction indicated by the arrow.
  • Page 38: Esn Security Operating Procedure

    • If security programming the Key CD is not available. Press the [CD CD5425E is now ready for your Key CD in the CD slot. Insert the CD into the slot. A [SEC] message appears, then the Key CD is ejected.
  • Page 39: How To Cancel The Key Cd

    [DISC]. Press the [CD ] button. front panel CD5425E is now ready for your Key CD in the CD slot. ATTENTION If a CD has already been inserted, a [SEC] message appears, and then the front panel opens and the CD is ejected.
  • Page 40: What Happens If An Incorrect Cd Is Inserted

    Various Settings ATTENTION • If the incorrect CD is inserted, an [ERR_ ] ("ERR" and error number) message will appear seconds, after which the CD will be ejected. • If [ERR5] (the 5th time an error has occurred) appears, [HELP] will appear, after which the CD will be ejected.
  • Page 41: How To Turn The Security Indicator On/Off

    [ESN] appears followed by an eight-digit number; this number is your electronic serial number (ESN). You may use this number to identify your Eclipse CD5425E in the event of theft recovery. [IND.-----] [FUNC] display, ESN security operating procedure VIII...
  • Page 42: Detaching The Front Panel

    Various Settings Detaching the front panel Using the detachable panel The front panel of the unit can be removed. By removing this panel when you leave the vehicle, you can prevent the theft of the unit. How to remove the detachable panel Turn off the unit power.
  • Page 43: How To Operate The Audio Control

    How to operate the AUDIO CONTROL Switching audio control modes Various audio control modes may be fine-tuned using this procedure. Press the [AUDIO CONTROL] button for less than one second to select the item to be adjusted. Modes will switch in the order shown below each time the button is pressed. VOL ➔...
  • Page 44 Various Settings Adjusts different volume levels for each SVC (Source Volume audio mode. When SVC is set, the Control) volume level can change as shown in the example settings in the table below. The loudness control may be turned on to emphasize low and high frequencies at low volume levels.
  • Page 45: Making Changes With Equalizer Mode

    Making changes with Equalizer Mode Using EQ (equalizer), you can adjust the frequency according to the genre of the music you are listening to or the kind of the musical instruments. This unit is equipped with three equalizer modes. Furthermore, the set value in the audio control mode can be stored and called as a CUSTOM mode set value.
  • Page 46: How To Operate The Sound Adjustment Mode

    Various Settings How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode About Sound Adjustment Mode This unit is equipped with various functions to compensate the acoustic characteristics inside the vehicle. The following adjustments can be made in the sound adjustment mode. • Crossover (FRONT/REAR/NON-FADER) •...
  • Page 47: Non-Fader Phase

    When this deck is in normal mode, it corresponds to basic speaker systems which comprise front speakers, rear speakers, and subwoofer. In such cases, the crossover can be used to apply the HPF to the front and rear speakers and the LPF to the sub-woofer so that the sound from all speakers merges properly.
  • Page 48: Making Changes With Sound Adjustment Mode

    Various Settings Making changes with Sound Adjustment Mode Press the [SOUND] button more than one second. Enters sound adjustment mode. Turn the [SEL] button to select a setting item. When the button is turned, the setting item changes in the following order.
  • Page 49: Non-Fader Phase Selection (Non-F Phase)

    Non-Fader phase selection (Non-F Phase) The merging of sound between the front and rear speakers and the woofer can be improved by selecting the phase. Switch to a phase which lets the speakers combine without any disharmony. Turn the [SEL] button to select Non-F Phase.
  • Page 50: Setting The Contrast Of The Display

    Various Settings Setting the contrast of the display In accordance with your viewing angle, you can adjust the contrast of the display. Press the [DISP] button. Enters contrast adjustment mode. Turn the [SEL] button to adjust the CONTRAST. The contrast can be adjusted in the range of -5 to +5.
  • Page 51: Making Changes With Function Mode

    Making changes with Function Mode A variety of settings can be changed. Press the [FUNC] button for less than one second. The function mode is activated. ATTENTION If you press the [FUNC] button during function mode, the adjustment mode is cancelled and the mode returns to normal music mode.
  • Page 52: Clock Display On/Off

    Various Settings Clock display on/off Switches the clock display to ON/OFF. Turn the [SEL] button to select Clock. Press the [SEL] button. The clock display ON/OFF mode is activated. Turn the [SEL] button to select ON or OFF. Press the [SEL] button. The selected settings will take effect.
  • Page 53: Cd Changer Connected

    How to operate the receiver with an optional CD changer connected This section covers the operation of an optional CD changer that is connected to the receiver. To switch from another mode, press the [DISC] button for less than one second. Listening to a CD Press the [DISC] button for less than one second.
  • Page 54: Playing Tracks In Random Order (Random)

    About optional unit Playing tracks in random order (RANDOM) Press the [6 RAND] button. Pressing on the button for less than one second causes the changer to play the tracks on the currently playing CD in random order, until the button is pressed again.
  • Page 55: Others

    Others Connecting portable audio players to the AUX jack Use a commonly available accessory cord. With a jack for AUX cord (sold separately), portable audio players and other external inputs can be connected to the system. When the AUX cord is connected to the jack, CD changer cannot be connected to the system.
  • Page 56: Changing Auxiliary Input Sensitivity

    About optional unit Changing auxiliary input sensitivity The sensitivity of the auxiliary mode can be changed. Press the [FUNC] button for less than one second. The function mode is activated. Turn the [SEL] button to select AUX Sensitivity. Press the [SEL] button. sensitivity activated.
  • Page 57: If You Have A Question

    If you have a question: First check the item mentioned below before attempting to troubleshoot problems. CAUTION If a problem occurs, for instance when the unit does not respond to any button presses, or the display doesn't work correctly, press the [RESET] button using a paper clip or similar item. Pressing the [RESET] button will delete all the entries from memory.
  • Page 58 Other information Mode Problem Is the volume control up sufficiently? Is the muting function in effect (MUTE)? Dead or weak Is the fader or balance control set far to one sound side? Other probable causes include broken audio-signal wiring or a faulty speaker. Are there too electrical items installed, causing a lack of power? Power does not...
  • Page 59 Mode Problem Is the antenna retracted? Is the tuner correctly tuned to a station? Are you driving outside the service area of your Receives preset stations? no stations, Tuner or receives Are you operating other equipment such as static noise. computer, or a mobile phone, in your vehicle at the same time as your receiver? Other problems may include a loose or...
  • Page 60: Specifications

    Other information Specifications <GENERAL> Power Output Line Output Level/Impedance Power Supply Current Drain Dimensions (W x H x D) Tone Control Loudness <FM TUNER> Frequency Range Usable Sensitivity 50dB Quieting Sensitivity Frequency Response Stereo Separation <LW TUNER> Frequency Range (LW) Usable Sensitivity <MW TUNER>...
  • Page 61 IMPORTANT RECORD YOUR “KEY CD” HERE… STORE YOUR “KEY CD” ALONG WITH YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL. XVII...

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