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Eclipse CD5444 Owner's Manual

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CD5444
MODEL
ESN E5 High-Power "Customize" CD/MS Receiver
with MP3/ATRAC3 Decoder and Remote
OWNER'S MANUAL
We appreciate your purchase of this receiver.
Please read through this manual for correct operation.
We suggest that after reading it you keep this manual
in a safe place for future reference.

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  • Page 1 CD5444 MODEL ESN E5 High-Power "Customize" CD/MS Receiver with MP3/ATRAC3 Decoder and Remote OWNER'S MANUAL We appreciate your purchase of this receiver. Please read through this manual for correct operation. We suggest that after reading it you keep this manual...
  • Page 2 CD5444 Warnings and caution signs, illustrated below, are posted throughout this manual as well as on the CD5444. 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 • Do not place the vinyl storage bag over a person. It may cause a serious accident or death by suffocation. • Do not adjust the controls while driving the car. To adjust the controls, stop the car in a safe location. •...
  • Page 4 • To prevent a short circuit from occurring, disconnect the battery's negative terminal before installing this product. Otherwise, an electric shock or injury may result. • When using an existing nut and/or bolt from the vehicle to ground this product, do not use any that secure parts of the steering or braking systems.
  • Page 5 • Play the audio at a moderate volume level that permits you to hear sounds from outside the car. Driving without being able to hear outside sounds may result in an accident. • Keep foreign objects out of the disc slot. They may cause fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 6 • Avoid installing this product in places where it may get wet, such as near windows, or in places that are moist or dusty. Presence of liquid, moisture or dust inside this product can cause short circuiting, resulting in smoke or fire. •...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Operating precautions ...12 Notes on operation ...12 About compact discs ...13 About cleaning a CD ...15 About Memory Sticks ...16 About cleaning the Memory Sticks ...18 Names of controls and parts ...19 ESN security operating procedure...20 About ESN...20 How to switch the security type (Key CD security/ Memory Stick Security) ...21 How to operate the ESN (Key CD)security ...22...
  • Page 8 NON-F (NON-FADER) Mode...44 SVC (Source Volume Control) Mode ...45 Enabling the loudness control ...46 Making changes with Display Adjustment Mode ...47 Contrast adjustment...48 Changing illumination color...48 Making changes with Function Mode ...49 Disabling the guide tone feature (for button operation)...50 Clock display on/off...50 Setting the Time...51 Others...52...
  • Page 9 Playing the beginning of files (SCAN) ...67 Repeating the same file (REPEAT)...67 Playing files in random order (RANDOM) ...68 Displaying title ...68 How to operate the Memory Stick player...69 Listening to MG Memory Stick ...69 Advancing to the next track or returning to the beginning of the track being played ...70 Fast Forward/Rewind ...70 Playing the beginning of tracks (SCAN) ...70...
  • Page 10 Non-fader phase ...95 E-iSERV sound effect customizations ...95 Operations during Normal Mode ...96 DSP setting ...97 Position selector setting (POSITION) ...98 Non-fader phase selection (NON-FADER) ...99 Operations during Advance Mode...100 Equalizer adjustment (EQ)...101 Simplified time alignment settings (T-ALIGN) ...106 Crossover adjustment (X-OVER)...111 Multi-harmonizer settings (HARMONIZER) ...112 Non-fader phase selection (NON-FADER) ...113 Reading sound quality data ...114...
  • Page 11 Advancing to the next track or returning to the beginning of the track being played ...125 Skipping to the next or previous disc ...125 Illuminating the NOB remote control ...125 Enabling the optional E-COM feature...125 Replacing the battery ...126 How to operate the receiver with an optional CD changer connected...128 Listening to a CD...128 Advancing to the next track or returning to the beginning of...

  • Page 12: Operating Precautions

    Operating precautions Operating precautions <Your CD5444 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 to the left.

  • Page 13: About Compact Discs

    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 14 Operating precautions About brand new CDs • You may notice that some brand new discs are rough around the center hole or outside edge. Remove the rough edges with the side of a ballpoint pen, etc. Rough edges may prevent proper loading in the deck.

  • Page 15: About Cleaning A Cd

    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. How to remove CDs • When removing the ejected disc, pull it straight out along the slot.

  • Page 16: About Memory Sticks

    Operating precautions About Memory Sticks • Do not store Memory Sticks in places that are subject to static electricity and electrical interference, otherwise the data they contain may become corrupted. • In order to protect the player, the player's functions will be stopped automatically if a problem occurs.
  • Page 17 • MG Memory Stick supplied is not formatted. MG Memory Stick must be formatted prior to use. "Formatting MG Memory Stick (quick format)" on page 77 for instructions on formatting MG Memory Sticks. • It may not be possible to use MG Memory Sticks that have just been purchased.

  • Page 18: About Cleaning The Memory Sticks

    Operating precautions About cleaning the Memory Sticks • In order to maintain good audio performance from Memory Sticks, periodically wipe the cartridge clean of any dust and other contamination with a dry cloth.

  • Page 19: Names Of Controls And Parts

    Names of controls and parts Front view ①②③ ⑭ ⑬ ⑫ With the front open Never place an object or rest your hands or the like on the front panel. Caution [DISC] button [E-COM] button* [OPEN] button Buttons [1] to [6] [SOUND] button [DISP] button [SEEK...

  • Page 20: Esn Security Operating Procedure

    ESN security operating procedure ESN security operating procedure About ESN This deck is equipped with ESN (ECLIPSE Security Network). A pre- registered music CD (Key CD), four-digit security code, or a Memory Stick on which a all unit functions will not operate, even by turning the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position or reconnecting the battery after turning the ignition switch off or disconnect the battery during maintenance.

  • Page 21: How To Switch The Security Type (Key Cd Security/Memory Stick Security)

    Button [3] How to switch the security type (Key CD security/Memory Stick security) You can switch the type of security being used (Key CD security or Memory Stick security). The initial setting is for Key CD security to be used. Check that the Power is OFF.

  • Page 22: How To Operate The Esn (Key Cd)Security

    •If a security is activated, programming the Key CD is not available. Press the [OPEN] button. The front panel opens; The CD5444 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 23: How To Cancel The Key Cd

    A [SEC] message appears, then in two seconds it will change to [DISC]. Press the [OPEN] button. The front panel opens; The CD5444 is now ready to your Key CD in the CD slot. If a CD has already been inserted, a [SEC] message appears, and then the front panel opens and the CD is ejected.

  • Page 24: How To Change The Key Cd

    When the power is turned on after disconnecting the battery power, a [SEC] message will appear for two seconds. Thereafter, message changed to [DISC] and the press the [OPEN] button, then the CD5444 is ready to accept your Key CD into the slot. Insert your Key CD.

  • Page 25: What Happens If An Incorrect Cd Is Inserted

    What happens if an incorrect CD is inserted? After the 5th incorrect attempt, the display reads [HELP] for five seconds. After the [HELP] message will appear for five seconds, serial number will appear. Press the [OPEN] button to close the front panel. Press button [6], then the [FUNC] button, and hold them for five seconds.

  • Page 26: How To Operate The Esn (Memory Stick) Security

    ESN security operating procedure How to operate the ESN (Memory Stick) security How to record a security code Check that the Power is OFF. Press and hold button [1], then the [FUNC] button, and hold both for more than one second. A [SEC] message appears, in two seconds it will change to [MS].
  • Page 27 Press the [FUNC] button for more than one second. The security code is registered in the deck and security is set. The registered security code is encrypted and then written to Memory Stick. When the security code is registered using a Memory Stick that contains several kinds of data, such as music, etc., be careful ATTENTION not to clear the recorded data by formatting the Memory Stick.

  • Page 28: How To Cancel The Memory Stick Security

    ESN security operating procedure How to cancel the Memory Stick security The security function can be canceled when the security code that has been recorded with the deck is entered and verified. Canceling the security function can be done by entering the security code into the deck, or by using the Memory Stick.
  • Page 29 Button [1] [DISC] button Canceling the security function using a Memory Stick Check that the Power is OFF. Press and hold button [1], then the [FUNC] button, and hold both for more than one second. A [SEC] message appears, then in two seconds it will change the [- - - -] security code input display.

  • Page 30: How To Change The Memory Stick

    ESN security operating procedure Insert the Memory Stick and close the front panel. The recorded data will be read from the Memory Stick. If the contents recorded in the Memory Stick match the information recorded by the deck, [CANCEL] will appear on the display.

  • Page 31: How To Resume Normal Operation (Esn Security Lock Out)

    Buttons [1] to [4] How to resume normal operation (ESN security lock out) If power is disconnected while ESN security is active (a security code was recorded), operation is disabled until power is restored and the unit unlocked. Follow this procedure to resume normal operation.
  • Page 32 ESN security operating procedure [DISC] button Press the [FUNC] button for more than one second. If the security code matches the code recorded by the deck, [OK] will appear on the display and the security function will be canceled. •If the security code does not match the information recorded by the deck, [ERR_] (ERR and the error number) will appear on ATTENTION the display for two seconds, and then [- - - -] (security code...
  • Page 33 Insert the Memory Stick that has been recorded, and then close the front panel. The recorded data will read form the Memory Stick. If the contents recorded in the Memory Stick match the information recorded by the deck, [OK] will appear on the display for two seconds, and then the deck will return to normal operation.

  • Page 34: What Happens If A Memory Stick Or Security Code Is Incorrect

    ESN security operating procedure What happens if a Memory Stick or security code is incorrect? After the 5th incorrect attempt, the display reads [HELP] for five seconds. After the [HELP] message will appear for five seconds, serial number will appear. You will only get 5 unsuccessful unlock code entries.

  • Page 35: How To Operate The Acc Security

    How to operate the ACC security ACC security involves using Memory Stick security to record a security code, and then when the ignition switch is turned to OFF and back to ACC, the operation of all buttons is disabled. Check that the Power is OFF. Once a security code has been recorded, press button [5] and the [FUNC] button simultaneously for more than two seconds.

  • Page 36: How To Turn The Security Indicator On/Off

    ESN security operating procedure Button [2] How to turn the security indicator on/off Once ESN security is activated, the indicator flashes whenever the vehicle's ignition switch is turned off, warning potential thieves that the unit is protected. However, if do not want this visible deterrent, it may be turned off.

  • Page 37: How To Read The Electronic Serial Number

    [ESN] appears on the display, followed by an eight-digit number; this number is your electronic serial number (ESN). You may use this number to identify your Eclipse CD5444 in the event it recovered after being stolen. ESN security operating procedure...

  • Page 38: Basic Operation

    Basic operation Basic operation [PWR] button This section covers basic operating procedures. For additional details, please refer to the sections on specific functions. 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 playing is restored.

  • Page 39: Listening To A Cd

    [DISC] button [OPEN] button Button [1] Listening to a CD Press the [OPEN] button. The front panel opens. Insert a CD into the disc slot, label side up. The CD will immediately start playing. When press the button [1], CD is ejected. •A CD cannot be ejected when the front panel is closed, even after pressing button [1].

  • Page 40: Listening To Mg Memory Stick

    Basic operation [DISC] button [OPEN] button Listening to MG Memory Stick Press the [OPEN] button. The front panel opens. Insert a MG Memory Stick into the Memory Stick slot. •Insert the MG Memory Stick with the mark facing inwards and press MG Memory Stick into place until a clicking sound is ATTENTION heard.

  • Page 41: Listening To The Tuner

    [FM AM] button Listening to the tuner Press the [FM AM] button. This will turn the tuner on. Press the [FM AM] button to switch to the desired FM or AM bands. Radio bands will switch from FM1 ➔ FM2 ➔ FM3 ➔ AM in order each time the button is pressed.

  • Page 42: Adjusting Audio Volume

    Basic operation [E-COM] button [AUDIO CONTROL] button Adjusting audio volume Turn the [AUDIO CONTROL] button to the left or right. Turn to the right: Increases the volume. Turn to the left: Press the [E-COM] button for more than one second if E-COM is connected and less than one second if E-COM is not connected ATTENTION to cut the volume or restore it instantly.

  • Page 43: Switching Audio Control Modes

    [AUDIO CONTROL] button 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.

  • Page 44: Treb (Treble) Mode

    Basic operation [AUDIO CONTROL] button TREB (TREBLE) Mode Adjusts treble level. Treble mode can be adjusted for each source (CDP/CDC, Memory Stick, FM and AM). Turn the [AUDIO CONTROL] button to the left or right. Turn to the right: Emphasizes high sounds. Turn to the left: BAL (BALANCE) Mode Adjusts left/right speaker balance.

  • Page 45: Svc (Source Volume Control) Mode

    [AUDIO CONTROL] button SVC (Source Volume Control) Mode You can set different volume levels for each audio mode. The volume for the initial FM mode (default value: 40) is used as a reference for storing the differences in volume that have been set for each audio mode.

  • Page 46: Enabling The Loudness Control

    Basic operation [AUDIO CONTROL] button Turn the [AUDIO CONTROL] button to the left or right. Turn to the right: Increases the SVC setting value. Turn to the left: The volume difference can be set within a range of -10 to +20. If the battery terminals have been disconnected because of a reason such as vehicle maintenance, the SVC settings will return ATTENTION...

  • Page 47: Making Changes With Display Adjustment Mode

    Making changes with Display Adjustment Mode This function allows adjustment of display contrast and changing illumination colors. Press the [DISP] button for less than one second. The display adjustment mode is activated. Turn the [SEL] button in either direction to display setting items for selection.

  • Page 48: Contrast Adjustment

    Basic operation Contrast adjustment Adjust the display contrast to the best level in accordance with the angle of viewing. Turn the [SEL] button to select CONTRAST. Press the [SEL] button. Enters contrast adjustment mode. Turn the [SEL] button to adjust contrast. When the button is turned, the contrast level changes in the following order.

  • Page 49: 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. Turn the [SEL] button in either direction to display setting items for selection. When the button is turned, the setting item changes in the following order.

  • Page 50: Disabling The Guide Tone Feature (For Button Operation)

    Basic operation Disabling the guide tone feature (for button operation) The receiver is set at the factory to emit a beep tone in response to button operation. The guide tone feature may be disabled in the following procedure: Turn the [SEL] button to select GUIDE TONE. Press the [SEL] button.

  • Page 51: Setting The Time

    [FUNC] button Setting the Time This receiver uses the 12-hour display notation. Turn the [SEL] button to select CLOCK ADJ. Press the [SEL] button. The clock adjustment mode is activated. Turn the [SEL] button to display the item to be selected for adjustment.

  • Page 52: Others

    Press the [E-COM] button for more than one second. Pressing the button will switch the E-COM feature on or off. The feature of enabling and disabling E-COM will only work with the E-COM hardware correctly connected to the CD5444. ATTENTION Operation assist function...

  • Page 53: How To Operate The Cd Player

    How to operate the CD player [DISC] button First press the [DISC] button to switch to the disc mode. It is assumed here that a CD has already been loaded into the unit. Listening to CDs Press the [DISC] button to switch to the CD player mode. This starts CD play.

  • Page 54: Advancing To The Next Track Or Returning To The Beginning Of The Track Being Played

    How to operate the CD player Advancing to the next track or returning to the beginning of the track being played Turn the [SEL] button to the left or right. Turn to the right: Advances to the next track. Turn to the left: Fast Forward/Rewind Fast forward or rewind the song currently being played.

  • Page 55: Repeating The Same Track (Repeat)

    Repeating the same track (REPEAT) Press button [5] to repeat the track being played. To cancel, press button [5] again. Playing tracks in random order (RANDOM) Press button [6] to play the tracks in random order. To cancel, press button [6] again. •During random playback, press button [5] to repeat the track being played.

  • Page 56: Ejecting The Disc

    How to operate the CD player [OPEN] button Button [1] Ejecting the disc Press the [OPEN] button for less than one second. The front panel opens. Press the button [1]. Disc is ejected. Remove the disc and press the [OPEN] button. The front panel closes.

  • Page 57: Creating A Title For A Cd

    Creating a title for a CD A CD title may be created, attached and displayed for your discs. If external CD changers are connected, a title for a CD will be created in the same way. It is assumed here that the CD to be titled is playing.
  • Page 58 How to operate the CD player Turn the [SEL] button to the left or right to select characters. Turn to the right: Advances the character forward in its type. Turn to the left: Moves the character backward in its type. [Upper-case alphabet characters] Initial value [A] A B C .

  • Page 59: Changing A Previously Set Title

    Changing a previously set title If external CD changers are connected, a previously set title for a CD will be changed in the same way. It is assumed here that the disc mode is selected. Press the [FUNC] button for less than one second while in the Disc mode.

  • Page 60: Deleting A Previously Created Title

    How to operate the CD player Deleting a previously created title If external CD changers are connected, a previously created title for a CD will be deleted in the same way. It is assumed here that the disc mode is selected. Press the [FUNC] button for less than one second while in the Disc mode.

  • Page 61: 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 62: How To Operate The Mp3 Player

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

  • Page 63: Media

    Media Media capable of playing MP3 includes CD-R and CD-RW discs. Compared to CD-ROM media commonly used for music discs, CD-R discs are fragile in high temperature/high humidity environments and one section of the CD-R may become incapable of playback. Fingerprints or scratches on the disc may prevent playback or cause skipping during playback.

  • Page 64: File Names

    How to operate the MP3 player File names Only files with the MP3 file extension ".mp3" can be recognized as MP3 and played. Be sure to save MP3 files with the ".mp3" file extension. The "MP" letters of the file extension will be recognized whether entered as uppercase letters or lowercase letters.

  • Page 65: Listening To Mp3 File

    [DISC] button Button [3] Listening to MP3 file Press the [DISC] button to switch to the CD player mode. This starts MP3 file play. Disc mode from CD player ➔ Memory Stick player in order each time the button is pressed. If an external CD changer is connected, each additional press of the [DISC] button will switch modes from CD changer 1 ➔...

  • Page 66: Advancing To The Next Track (File) Or Returning To The Beginning Of The Track (File) Being Played

    How to operate the MP3 player Buttons [1] and [2] Advancing to the next track (file) or returning to the beginning of the track (file) being played Turn the [SEL] button to the left or right. Turn to the right: Advances to the next track (file). Turn to the left: Skipping to the next or previous folder Press button [1] or [2].

  • Page 67: Playing The Beginning Of Files (Scan)

    Playing the beginning of files (SCAN) Press button [4]. Press the button briefly to play just the first 10 seconds of each song for all the files in the same layer of the folder being played. Pressing the button until [FOLD SCAN] is displayed will play just the first 10 seconds of the first song in each folder.

  • Page 68: Playing Files In Random Order (Random)

    How to operate the MP3 player Playing files in random order (RANDOM) Press button [6]. Press the button briefly to randomly play the files in the same layer as the folder being played. Pressing the button until [ALL RANDOM] is displayed will randomly play the files in all the folders.

  • Page 69: How To Operate The Memory Stick Player

    How to operate the Memory Stick player Music data recorded on "MG Memory Stick" with ATRAC3 (an audio compression technology) can be played on this deck. Recording from music CD to the MG Memory Stick is also possible. The following explanation for the operation is made assuming that the MG Memory Stick has already been inserted.

  • Page 70: Advancing To The Next Track Or Returning To The Beginning Of The Track Being Played

    How to operate the Memory Stick player Advancing to the next track or returning to the beginning of the track being played Turn the [SEL] button to the left or right. Turn to the right: Advances to the next track. Turn to the left: Fast Forward/Rewind Fast forward or rewind the song currently being played.

  • Page 71: Repeating The Same Track (Repeat)

    Repeating the same track (REPEAT) Press button [5] to repeat the track being played. To cancel, press button [5] again. Playing tracks in random order (RANDOM) Press button [6] to play the tracks in random order. To cancel, press button [6] again. •During random playback, press button [5] to repeat the track being played.

  • Page 72: Ejecting The Memory Stick

    How to operate the Memory Stick player [OPEN] button Ejecting the Memory Stick Press the [OPEN] button. The front panel opens. Eject the Memory Stick. Lightly press the Memory Stick one time. Memory Stick will not eject by itself. Lightly press the Memory Stick to eject.

  • Page 73: Recording On Memory Stick

    Recording on Memory Stick Using ATRAC3 audio compression technology, this deck compresses the music data played on the built-in CD player and records the data on the MG Memory Stick. Only recording from music CDs is possible. If the recorded CD data has no interval, track may not be split properly.

  • Page 74: Selecting Tracks To Be Recorded

    How to operate the Memory Stick player Selecting tracks to be recorded The track to be recorded can be selected. Press the [FUNC] button for less than one second. The function mode is activated. Turn the [SEL] button to select MS. Press the [SEL] button.

  • Page 75: Setting Sound Quality

    Setting sound quality The recording sound quality (the recording bit rate) can be set. The recording bit rate may be selected from 66k, 105k and 132k. Sound quality and data size increases as the bit rate increases. Press the [FUNC] button for less than one second. The function mode is activated.

  • Page 76: Deleting Recorded File

    How to operate the Memory Stick player Deleting recorded file The recorded files being played can be deleted. Press the [FUNC] button for less than one second, when the recording file being played back. The function mode is activated. Turn the [SEL] button to select MS. Press the [SEL] button.

  • Page 77: Formatting Mg Memory Stick (Quick Format)

    Formatting MG Memory Stick (quick format) MG memory stick can be formatted. Press the [FUNC] button for less than one second. The function mode is activated. Turn the [SEL] button to select MS. Press the [SEL] button. The Memory Stick setting mode is activated. Turn the [SEL] button to select FORMAT.

  • Page 78: How To Operate The Tuner

    How to operate the tuner How to operate the tuner [FM AM] button First, press the [FM AM] button to start tuner operation. There are automatic and manual methods for setting stations in memory. The receiver will accept up to 24 stations in memory: six in AM and 18 in FM (6 each for FM1, FM2 and FM3.) (Initial setting) Tuning to a station Press the [FM AM] button to switch to the desired FM or...

  • Page 79: Entering Stations Into Memory Automatically (The Automatic Preset Mode: Asm)

    [FM AM] button Entering stations into memory automatically (The automatic preset mode: ASM) Press the [FM AM] button to switch to the desired FM or AM bands. Radio bands will switch from FM1 ➔ FM2 ➔ FM3 ➔ AM in order each time the button is pressed.

  • Page 80: Manually Setting Stations Into Memory

    How to operate the tuner [FM AM] button Manually setting stations into memory This section covers the setting of stations in memory under the numbered buttons. Press the [FM AM] button to switch between FM and AM. Turn the [SEL] button to the right or left to tune to the station to be entered in memory.

  • Page 81: Preset Station Scan

    Preset station scan This function enables reception of all the stations in the preset buttons for five seconds each. Press the [SEL] button for less than one second. [P SCAN] will appear at the display, and stations stored under preset buttons [1] through [6] will be played for five seconds each.

  • Page 82: Setting A Station Name

    How to operate the tuner Setting a station name Station name settings can be changed. Press the [FUNC] button for less than one second while in the tuner mode. Turn the [SEL] button to select STATION. Press the [SEL] button. The station name setting mode is activated.
  • Page 83 Turn the [SEL] button to the left or right to select characters. Turn to the right: Advances the character forward in its type. Turn to the left: Moves the character backward in its type. [Upper-case alphabet characters] Initial value [A] A ¡...

  • Page 84: Deleting A Station Name

    How to operate the tuner Deleting a station name Press the [FUNC] button for less than one second while in the tuner mode. Turn the [SEL] button to select STATION. Press the [SEL] button. The station name that is displayed at this point will be deleted. Hold the [6] button down for more than two seconds.

  • Page 85: Changing The Reception Sensitivity For Automatic Scanning

    Button [1] [FM AM] button 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 86: Changing The Radio Band Location

    How to operate the tuner [FM AM] button Button [3] Changing the radio band location You can switch the location for the radio bands used between the North American region and the Asia/Australia region. The default setting is USA (North America). Check that the deck is in standby mode.

  • Page 87: Fm Reception Characteristics

    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. The following are explanatory notes on what to expect from FM reception and on how to get satisfactory performance.

  • Page 88: Reception Area Of Fm Broadcasts

    How to operate the tuner Reception area of FM broadcasts A home receiver can catch weak FM stereo signals through the use of a tall, directional or ultra-sensitive antenna. In a moving vehicle, the area for good reception is limited because of varying conditions encountered while driving, including the types and heights of broadcast antenna structures, signal strength, engine noise, etc.

  • Page 89: How To Operate The Sound Adjustment Mode

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode About Sound Adjustment Mode This deck is equipped with two different sound adjustment modes: normal mode and advance mode. Refer to the table below and to the operations for each mode for details of each mode. The following adjustments can be made in normal mode and advance mode respectively.

  • Page 90: Graphic Equalizer

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Graphic equalizer The graphic equalizer lets you select from six preset equalizer modes in accordance with the genre and instruments of the music being played, and also lets you make fine adjustments within each mode. Parametric equalizer A variety of materials are used inside a vehicle to manufacture the seats and windows, and because these materials absorb...
  • Page 91 [Parametric equalizer characteristics] ①. Median frequency can be varied. High [Sound pressure] ②. Gain can be varied. High [Sound pressure] ③. Q (sharpness/band width) can be varied. High [Sound pressure] When this deck is in advance mode, a single parametric equalizer function is available in addition to the 13-band graphic equalizer, so that points that cannot be adjusted using the graphic equalizer can be corrected using the single-band...

  • Page 92: Crossover

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Crossover The frequency band that is stored by audio media such as CDs is a fairly wide range from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, and it is difficult for a single speaker to be able to play back all frequencies in such a wide range.
  • Page 93 • The crossover function is a filter that allocates specified frequency bands. • A high-pass filter (HPF) is a filter that cuts out frequencies that are lower than the specified frequency (bass range) and allows higher frequencies (treble range) to pass through. •...

  • Page 94: Time Alignment

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Time alignment With vehicle audio systems, the installation position of the speakers and the position of the listener mean that the distances from the listener to the left and right speakers are almost always different. These differences in the distance from the listener to each speaker in turn means that the time taken for the sound to reach the listener is different for each speaker.

  • Page 95: Multi-Harmonizer

    Multi-harmonizer When original sounds are converted to MP3, ATRAC3 format, frequency ranges that are not normally audible to the human ear are compressed. The multi-harmonizer can be used to play back these compressed sounds at as close to their original form as possible so that clear and powerful sound can be enjoyed.

  • Page 96: Operations During Normal Mode

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Operations during Normal Mode Press the [SOUND] button for less than one second. The mode will change to sound adjustment mode. Press the [SOUND] button for more than two seconds. The mode switches between normal mode and advance mode each time the button is pressed.

  • Page 97: Dsp Setting

    DSP Setting The DSP feature adds reverberations to simulate ambience in different types of surroundings (room size). Turn the [SEL] button to select DSP. Press the [SEL] button. The DSP mode is activated. Turn the [SEL] button to select the room size. When the button is turned, the setting item changes in the following order.

  • Page 98: Position Selector Setting (Position)

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Position selector setting (POSITION) When the position of the listener's seat is selected, the time taken for the sound to travel from the speakers to the listener can then be adjusted in order to obtain a more natural sound orientation.

  • Page 99: Non-Fader Phase Selection (Non-Fader)

    Non-fader phase selection (NON-FADER) The merging of sound between the front and rear speakers and the woofer can be improved by selecting the phase. Switch the phase to a phase which lets the speakers combine without any disharmony. Turn the [SEL] button to select NON-FADER. Press the [SEL] button.

  • Page 100: Operations During Advance Mode

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Operations during Advance Mode Press the [SOUND] button for less than one second. The mode will change to sound adjustment mode. Press the [SOUND] button for more than two seconds. The mode switches between normal mode and advance mode each time the button is pressed.

  • Page 101: Equalizer Adjustment (Eq)

    Equalizer adjustment (EQ) EQ (equalizer) mode can be used to adjust the frequency of the audio channels being played back in accordance with the genre and instruments of the music being played. In addition, correction of the frequency characteristics inside the vehicle is also possible using the 13-band graphic equalizer and the single-band parametric equalizer.
  • Page 102 How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Press the [RTN] button. At this time, other adjustments can also be made in advance mode. Press the [SOUND] or [RTN] button to exit sound adjustment mode. The initial EQ settings are factory preset. ATTENTION Fine-tuning EQ functions Fine adjustments can be made in each equalizer mode.
  • Page 103 Buttons [1] to [5] Selecting an equalizer mode from memory Press a preset button to select the equalizer mode set in memory for the button. The buttons that set equalizer modes in memory are called preset buttons. Turn the [SEL] button to select EQ. Press the [SEL] button.
  • Page 104 How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Making fine adjustments to the parametric equalizer You can select and adjust frequencies using the parametric equalizer (single-band). When the following operations are carried out, the parametric equalizer settings that have been made previously will be ATTENTION changed.
  • Page 105 Press the [6] button for less than one second to select the Q curve pattern. Each time the button is pressed, the Q curve changes in the following order. Q1 (SLOW) Q2 (NORMAL) Press the [SEL] button for more than one second. The mode will return to equalizer setting mode.

  • Page 106: Simplified Time Alignment Settings (T-Align)

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Simplified time alignment settings (T-ALIGN) This function corrects the position characteristics and frequency characteristics in order to delay the signals being output from the various speakers so that the signals from each speaker reach the listening position at the same time. Turn the [SEL] button to select T-ALIGN.
  • Page 107 Position selector setting (POSITION) When the position of the listener's seat is selected, the time taken for the sound to travel from the speakers to the listener can then be adjusted in order to obtain a more natural sound orientation. This deck allows up to four different positions to be set.
  • Page 108 How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Selecting the type of vehicle (CAR TYPE) You can select the time alignment settings to match your vehicle from a range of preset settings for different types of vehicle, allowing you to select the optimum time alignment settings automatically.
  • Page 109 Tweeter settings (TWEETER) You can select the tweeter installation location and whether or not a tweeter is being used or not, allowing you to select the optimum time alignment settings automatically. Turn the [SEL] button to select TWEETER. Press the [SEL] button. The mode will change to tweeter setting mode.
  • Page 110 How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Rear speaker position selection (REAR SP) You can select the rear speaker installation location, allowing you to select the optimum time alignment settings automatically. Turn the [SEL] button to select REAR SP. Press the [SEL] button. The mode will change to rear speaker position setting mode.

  • Page 111: Crossover Adjustment (X-Over)

    Crossover adjustment (X- OVER) The frequencies for the front and rear speaker high-pass filter (HPF) and woofer low-pass filter (LPF) can be set within a range of 63 to 200 Hz. (This is the same as the HPF and LPF cut-off frequencies.) Turn the [SEL] button to select X-OVER.

  • Page 112: Multi-Harmonizer Settings (Harmonizer)

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Multi-harmonizer settings (HARMONIZER) This function uses harmonic synthesis to restore the high- frequency component that is lost as a result of the compression process so that fresher sound can be obtained during MP3, ATRAC3 playback.

  • Page 113: Non-Fader Phase Selection (Non-Fader)

    Non-fader phase selection (NON-FADER) The merging of sound between the front and rear speakers and the woofer can be improved by selecting the phase. Switch the phase to a phase which lets the speakers combine without any disharmony. Turn the [SEL] button to select NON-FADER. Press the [SEL] button.

  • Page 114: Reading Sound Quality Data

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Reading sound quality data The sound quality data that has been downloaded from E- iSERV (web site) to a Memory Stick can be loaded into the deck and saved there. Insert the memory stick to be used for reading the data. Press the [FUNC] button.
  • Page 115 •Make a folders in the Memory Stick and download the data adjust through E-iSERV (web site) as shown below. ATTENTION MSFTEN •The files that can be read by this deck are created automatically when you are downloading from the E-iSERV (web site). •The sound quality data that is read (crossover adjustment values and time alignment adjustment values) are stored automatically in preset button [6].

  • Page 116: How To Use The Card Remote Control

    How to use the Card remote control How to use the Card 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 117: Turning The Power On/Off

    Remote-control light receptor 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. When the main unit is shut down, the remote control will not work.

  • Page 118: Switching Playback Modes

    How to use the Card remote control [MODE] button Switching playback modes Press the [MODE] button. Press the button to switch modes in the following sequence: Tuner Disc How to play the tuner Select the tuner mode first. Selecting the FM/AM band Press the [BAND] button.

  • Page 119: 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 the [ ] button: Tunes to higher frequency 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 through the main unit.

  • Page 120: Advancing To The Next Track Or Returning To The Beginning Of The Track Being Played

    How to use the Card remote control [MUTE] button TRACK•APS ] buttons Advancing to the next track or returning to the beginning of the track being played Press the [ ] button: Skips to the next track. ] button: Returns to the beginning of the track being played.

  • Page 121: Replacing The Battery

    Replacing the battery To prevent accidents, store batteries out of the reach of children. If a child has swallowed one, consult a doctor Warning immediately. Use one CR2025 battery. On the back of the remote control, while pressing the locking knob on the battery slot cover toward your right, pull out the battery carrier with your fingernail.

  • Page 122: How To Use An Optional Nob Remote Control

    How to use an optional NOB remote control How to use an optional NOB remote control Remote-control light receptor 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.

  • Page 123: Switching Playback Modes

    [BAND] button Switching playback modes Press the [MODE] button. Press the button to switch modes in the following sequence: Tuner Disc How to play the tuner Select the tuner mode first. Selecting the FM/AM band Press the [BAND] button. Each press will switch tuner modes from FM1 ➔ FM2 ➔ FM3 ➔ How to use an optional NOB remote control BAND MODE...

  • Page 124: Selecting A Station (Manually Or Automatically)

    How to use an optional NOB remote control [BAND] button TUNE•SEEK ] buttons 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 the [ ] button: Tunes to higher frequency stations.

  • Page 125: Advancing To The Next Track Or Returning To The Beginning Of The Track Being Played

    TRACK ] buttons [E-COM] button Advancing to the next track or returning to the beginning of the track being played Press the [ ] button: Skips to the next track. ] button: Returns to the beginning of the track being played.

  • Page 126: Replacing The Battery

    How to use an optional NOB remote control Replacing the battery To prevent accidents, store batteries out of the reach of children. If a child has swallowed one, consult a doctor Warning immediately. Use two AA-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 127 •Be extremely careful not to swallow the battery. •The battery life is approximately one year. If the remote Caution control unit does not operate correctly or if the button lamp gets dim, replace the batteries. •Be sure to orient the batteries correctly so that the positive and negative poles match the diagram.

  • Page 128: How To Operate The Receiver With An Optional Cd Changer Connected

    How to operate the receiver with an optional CD changer connected How to operate the receiver with an optional CD changer connected [DISC] button 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.

  • Page 129: Playing The Beginning Of Tracks (Scan)

    Playing the beginning of tracks (SCAN) Press button [4]. Pressing the button causes the changer to move up to the next track and play it for 10 seconds, then move up to the next track and play it for 10 seconds, and so on, on one CD, until the button is pressed again.

  • Page 130: Playing Tracks In Random Order (Random)

    How to operate the receiver with an optional CD changer connected Buttons [1] and [2] Playing tracks in random order (RANDOM) Press button [6]. Pressing on the button causes the changer to play the tracks on the currently playing CD in random order, until the button is pressed again.

  • Page 131: Specifying A Cd To Play

    Specifying a CD to play A CD of your choice is directly selectable out of the loaded discs. Press the [SEL] button for less than one second. Press a button from [1] to [6]. Buttons To select a CD from nos. 7 to 12, press the desired button considerably longer.

  • Page 132: Others

    Others Others [DISC] button Connecting Portable Audio Players to the AUX Jack Use a commonly available accessory cord with stereo mini-plug to connect the audio output jack (LINE) or headphone jack of a portable audio player to the AUX (auxiliary) jack of this system. Turn on the portable audio player and start its play function.

  • Page 133: If You Have A Question

    If you have a question: First check the items mentioned below before attempting to troubleshoot problems. If a problem occurs, for instance when the unit does not respond to any button presses, or the display doesn't work correctly, Caution press the [RESET] button using a paper clip or similar item. Pressing the [RESET] button will delete all the entries from memory.

  • Page 134: Displayed Information (For Troubleshooting)

    If you have a question: Displayed information (for troubleshooting) The information listed in the chart below is displayed to show the status of the CD, Memory Stick player and CD changer. Refer to the chart for the appropriate action. Information Contents INFO 2 NO DISC LOADED IN THE MAGAZINE INFO 3 DISCS ARE DIRTY OR...
  • Page 135 Information Contents MSINFO 1 YOU TRIED TO PLAYBACK AND RECORDING WHEN NO MG MEMORY STICK WAS INSERTED MSINFO 2 YOU TRIED TO PLAYBACK AN INCORRECTLY FORMATTED MEMORY STICK MSINFO 3 THE WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH IS LOCKED. MSINFO 4 THE MEMORY STICK FULL Delete some of the data from the Memory MSINFO 5 YOU TRIED TO RECORD MORE THAN THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF...
  • Page 136 If you have a question: Mode Problem Is the volume control up sufficiently? Is the muting function in effect (MUTE)? Dead or Is the fader or balance control set far weak sound to one side? Other probable causes include broken audio-signal wiring or a faulty speaker.
  • Page 137 Mode Problem The disc cannot be inserted. The disc is ejected as soon as it is insertaed. Or, the disc cannot be ejected. The disc cannot be changed. Sound skips around. Sound is intermittent. Sound is bad in quality. The disc cannot be ejected.

  • Page 138: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications < > GENERAL Power Supply Current Drain Dimensions (W x H x D) In-Dash Unit Mass (weight) Usage temperature range Storage temperature range < > FM TUNER Frequency Range USA: Asia/Australia: Usable Sensitivity Frequency Response Stereo Separation < >...

  • Page 139: Before Installation

    Before installation Note Be sure to disconnect the vehicle battery's negative terminal before installing the receiver. Components Main unit Mounting sleeve Side bracket Rear bracket Bezel Bushing Self-tapping screw (6 x 16 mm) Stud bolt Flat head screw (5 x 8 mm) Hex-head bolt (5 x 20 mm) Hex nut (5 mm) Interconnecting cable...

  • Page 140: Mounting Instruction

    Mounting instruction Mounting instruction Mounting the main unit Insert the mounting sleeve into the opening in the vehicle dash board or console box. Use a screwdriver or the like to bend the tabs in the mounting sleeve to secure the mounting sleeve. DASH BOARD OR CONSOLE BOX MOUNTING...
  • Page 141 Mount the stud bolt to the main unit. Insert the main unit into the mounting sleeve until it locks in place. Fasten the rear of the main unit using either method [A] or [B]. Select method [A] or [B] to suit the interior configuration of the vehicle.

  • Page 142: Names Of Lead Wires And Destinations

    Mounting instruction Names of lead wires and destinations (refer to Page 144) Caution Never connect the power supply to the speaker leads, otherwise it cause damage to the main unit. Note To prevent unconnected leads from shorting out, insulate them by wrapping their tips with electrical tape.

  • Page 143: System

    Mounting instruction System CD5444 CD5444 CD5444 CD5444...
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  • Page 148: How To Contact Customer Service

    How to contact customer service How to contact customer service Should the product require service, please contact your nearest following Eclipse dealer. < > U.S.A/CANADA DIVISION OF FUJITSU TEN CORP. OF AMERICA 19600 SOUTH VERMONT AVENUE, TORRANCE, CA 90502 Phone: (310) 327-2151 <...
  • Page 149 < > KOREA HYUNDAI AUTONET Co., LTD. 1st FL. Namhyoung Bldg, 746-23 Yeoksam-Dong, Kangnam-Ku, Seoul, Korea 135-080 Phone: 02-508-6001 Fax: 02-2-508-6067 Transpectra Co., Ltd. 115-16 nonhyun dong kangnam ku Seoul, Korea. Phone: 02-540-4595 Fax: 02-2-540-4666 < > TAIWAN Sentrek Taiwan, LTD. 1, 9F, Lane 155, Section 3, Peishen RD., Shenkeng, Taipei Hsien, Taiwan, R.O.C.
  • Page 150 M e m o • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •...
  • Page 151 IMPORTANT RECORD YOUR “KEY CD” OR “MEMORY STICK (SECURITY CODE)” HERE… STORE YOUR “KEY CD” OR “MEMORY STICK (SECURITY CODE)” ALONG WITH YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL TAKE THIS OUT.
  • Page 152 CUSTOMER NOTICE Please retain this booklet and write in the serial number of your CD5444 for identification. The serial number is labeled or stamped on the chassis. Serial No. FUJITSU TEN LIMITED 090001-1458A700 0405 (Y. O)

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