Eclipse CD8454 Owner's Manual

Eclipse CD8454 Owner's Manual

Esn e8 high-power "customize" cd/ms receiver with mp3/wma/atrac3 decoder and nob remote
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BAND
MODE
TRACK
TUNE SEEK
DISC
E-COM
PWR
MUTE
ILLUMI
CD8454
MODEL
ESN E8 High-Power "Customize" CD/MS Receiver
with MP3/WMA/ATRAC3 Decoder and NOB 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 MODE TRACK TUNE SEEK DISC E-COM MUTE ILLUMI CD8454 MODEL ESN E8 High-Power "Customize" CD/MS Receiver with MP3/WMA/ATRAC3 Decoder and NOB 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 CD8454 Warnings and caution signs, illustrated below, are posted throughout this manual as well as on the CD8454. 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 Enabling the loudness control ...46 Making changes with Display Adjustment Mode ...47 Switching the display pattern ...48 Switching the motion picture ...49 Switching the brightness ...50 Changing illumination Color ...50 Disabling the display ...51 Making changes with Function Mode ...52 Disabling the guide tone feature (for button operation)...53 Clock display on/off...54 Setting the Time...55...
  • Page 9 Display order of MP3/WMA file/folder names ...72 Listening to MP3/WMA file ...73 Advancing to the next track (file) or returning to the beginning of the track (file) being played ...74 Skipping to the next or previous folder ...74 Return to the root directory of the CD ...74 Playing the beginning of files (SCAN) ...75 Repeating the same file (REPEAT)...75 Playing files in random order (RANDOM) ...76...
  • Page 10 Time Alignment ...102 Crossover...103 Multi-harmonizer ...105 Non-fader phase ...105 E-iSERV sound effect customizations ...105 Operations during Normal Mode ...107 Equalizer adjustment (EQ)...108 Simplified time alignment settings (Time Alignment) ...113 Crossover adjustment (X-Over) ...118 Multi-harmonizer settings (Harmonizer)...119 Non-fader phase selection (NON-F Phase) ...120 Operations during Pro Mode ...121 Parametric equalizer adjustment (PEQ) ...122 Selecting an equalizer mode from memory ...125...
  • Page 11 Muting the volume...146 Switching playback modes ...147 How to play the tuner ...147 Selecting the FM/AM band...147 Selecting a station (manually or automatically)...148 Selecting preset stations...148 How to play CDs...148 Switching disc modes ...148 Advancing to the next track or returning to the beginning of the track being played ...149 Skipping to the next or previous disc ...149 Enabling the optional E-COM feature...149...
  • Page 12: Operating Precautions

    Operating precautions Operating precautions <Your CD8454 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 86 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 ①② ③ ④ ⑭ ⑬⑫ 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 CD8454 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 CD8454 is now ready for 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 CD8454 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 unit 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 be read from 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 CD8454 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 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. For example, radio bands will switch from FM1 ➔ FM2 ➔ FM3 ➔...
  • 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, 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 level. 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 mode lets you adjust the display brightness, change the button illumination color and turn the display on and off. Press the [DISP] button for less than one second. Enters display adjustment mode. If you press the [DISP] button during display adjustment mode, the display adjustment mode is canceled and the mode returns ATTENTION to normal music mode.
  • Page 48: Switching The Display Pattern

    Basic operation Switching the display pattern You can change the details that are shown in display type in the following way. Turn the [SEL] button to select the Disp type. The selected item will be highlighted. Press the [SEL] button. The mode will change to display pattern setting mode.
  • Page 49: Switching The Motion Picture

    Press the [RTN] button. At this time, other adjustments can also be made in display adjustment mode. Press the [DISP] or [RTN] button to exit display adjustment mode. Switching the motion picture You can select a moving picture screen that is already available in the deck and show it on the display.
  • Page 50: Switching The Brightness

    Basic operation Switching the brightness Adjust the display brightness to the best level. Turn the [SEL] button to select Bright. The selected item will be highlighted. Press the [SEL] button. The mode will change to luminance adjustment mode. Turn the [SEL] button to adjust brightness. When the button is turned, the brightness level changes in the following order.
  • Page 51: Disabling The Display

    Disabling the display You can turn the display on and off in the following way. Turn the [SEL] button to select DISP ON/OFF. The selected item will be highlighted. Press the [SEL] button. The screen for turning the screen display on and off will appear.
  • Page 52: Making Changes With Function Mode

    Basic operation 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. If you press the [FUNC] button during function mode, the adjustment mode is canceled and the mode returns to normal ATTENTION music mode.
  • Page 53: Disabling The Guide Tone Feature (For Button 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. The selected item will be highlighted.
  • Page 54: Clock Display On/Off

    Basic operation Clock display on/off Switches the clock display to ON/OFF. Turn the [SEL] button to select Clock. The selected item will be highlighted. Press the [SEL] button. The clock display ON/OFF mode is activated. Turn the [SEL] button to select ON or OFF. The selected item will be highlighted.
  • Page 55: Setting The Time

    [FUNC] button Setting the Time This receiver uses the 12-hour display notation. Turn the [SEL] button to select Clock Adjust. The selected item will be highlighted. Press the [SEL] button. The clock adjustment mode is activated. Turn the [SEL] button to display the item to be selected for adjustment.
  • Page 56: Switching Demonstration Screen Display

    Basic operation Switching demonstration screen display You can set the demonstration screen display to appear or not appear when the power is turned on. When the power turns on, the various demonstration screens such as the audio operation screens and motion picture screens will appear repeatedly in the following order.
  • Page 57: Others

    Press the [E-COM] button for 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 CD8454. ATTENTION Operation assist function...
  • Page 58: Displaying A Memo

    Basic operation Displaying a memo If memos have been set, a memo recorded corresponding to a number button [1] to [5] appears on the screen when the number button is pressed briefly while the power of the main unit is turned off. Setting a memo Press and hold any number button for more than two seconds while in the Standby mode.
  • Page 59: Deleting A Memo

    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 60: How To Operate The Cd Player

    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.
  • Page 61: Advancing To The Next Track Or Returning To The Beginning Of The Track Being Played

    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. Press and hold the [SEEK ] or [FAST ] button.
  • Page 62: Repeating The Same Track (Repeat)

    How to operate the CD player 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.
  • Page 63: Switching A Cd To Pause/Play

    [OPEN] button Button [1] and [3] Switching a CD to pause / play Press button [3] for less than one second. It pauses playing a CD. To cancel, press button [3] again. Ejecting the disc Press the [OPEN] button for less than one second. The front panel opens.
  • Page 64: Creating A Title For A Cd

    How to operate the CD player 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 65 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 66: Changing A Previously Set Title

    How to operate the CD player 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 67: Deleting A Previously Created Title

    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 68: Changing The Number Of Cd Titles

    How to operate the CD player Changing the number of CD titles The number of CD titles that can be set can be changed by changing the memory allocation. The number of CD titles is fixed for each pattern and the number of tuner bands that can be recorded is also changed at the same time.
  • Page 69: 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 70: How To Operate The Mp3/Wma Player

    How to operate the MP3/WMA player How to operate the MP3/WMA player About MP3/WMA The making of MP3/WMA files by recording from sources such as broadcasts, records, recordings, videos and live ATTENTION performances without permission from the copyright holder for uses other than personal enjoyment is prohibited.
  • Page 71: Media

    Media Media capable of playing MP3/WMA includes CD-R and CD-RW discs. Compared to CD-ROM media commonly used for music discs, CD-R and CD-RW discs are fragile in high temperature/high humidity environments and one section of the CD-R and CD-RW may become incapable of playback.
  • Page 72: File Names

    How to operate the MP3/WMA player File names Only files with the MP3/WMA file extension ".mp3", ".wma" can be recognized as MP3/WMA and played. Be sure to save MP3 files with the ".mp3" file extension. Be sure to WMA files with the ".wma" file extension. The "MP"...
  • Page 73: Listening To Mp3/Wma File

    [DISC] button Button [3] Listening to MP3/WMA file Press the [DISC] button to switch to the CD player mode. This starts MP3/WMA 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 74: Advancing To The Next Track (File) Or Returning To The Beginning Of The Track (File) Being Played

    How to operate the MP3/WMA 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 75: 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 [FOLDER SCAN] is displayed will play just the first 10 seconds of the first song in each folder.
  • Page 76: Playing Files In Random Order (Random)

    How to operate the MP3/WMA 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 [FOLDER RAND] is displayed will randomly play the files in all the folders.
  • Page 77: Displaying Title

    Displaying title Press the [DISP] button for more than one second. Each time the button is pressed, the following will be displayed in order. Folder Name/File Name* ➔ Tag *: The display area shows a maximum of 10 characters and then scrolls to display the remaining characters.
  • Page 78: How To Operate The Memory Stick Player

    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 79: Advancing To The Next Track Or Returning To The Beginning Of The Track Being Played

    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. Press and hold the [SEEK ] or [FAST ] button.
  • Page 80: Repeating The Same Track (Repeat)

    How to operate the Memory Stick player 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.
  • Page 81: Ejecting The Memory Stick

    [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. ATTENTION •Do not drive with the front panel open.
  • Page 82: Recording On Memory Stick

    How to operate the Memory Stick player 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 83: Selecting Tracks To Be Recorded

    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 Memory Stick. The selection item is highlighted. Press the [SEL] button.
  • Page 84: Setting Sound Quality

    How to operate the Memory Stick player 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.
  • Page 85: Deleting Recorded File

    Deleting recorded file The recorded files being played back 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 Memory Stick. The selection item is highlighted.
  • Page 86: Formatting Mg Memory Stick (Quick Format)

    How to operate the Memory Stick player 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 Memory Stick. The selection item is highlighted.
  • Page 87 Press the [RTN] button. At this time, other adjustments can also be made in Memory Stick setting mode. Press the [RTN] button. At this time, other adjustments can also be made in function mode. Press the [FUNC] or [RTN] button to exit function mode. •Do not turn ON/OFF the power or the ignition switch while formatting.
  • Page 88: 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 89: 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 90: 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 91: 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 92: 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 Name. The selected item will be highlighted. Press the [SEL] button.
  • Page 93 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 94: 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 Name. The selected item will be highlighted. Press the [SEL] button. The station name that is displayed at this point will be deleted.
  • Page 95: Changing The Number Of Bands

    Changing the number of bands The number of bands can be changed by changing the memory allocations. The number of bands is fixed for each pattern and the number of CD titles that can be set is also changed at the same time.
  • Page 96: Changing The Reception Sensitivity For Automatic Scanning

    How to operate the tuner Buttons [1] [FM AM] button Button [3] 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.
  • Page 97: 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 98: 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 99: 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 pro mode. In normal mode, the acoustic characteristics inside the vehicle can be adjusted using comparatively simple settings. In addition, it corresponds to basic sound systems which comprise front speakers, rear speakers and an added sub-woofer if necessary.
  • Page 100: 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 101 [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 normal 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 102: 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 103: 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 104 How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode • 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 105: Multi-Harmonizer

    Multi-harmonizer When original sounds are converted to MP3/WMA and Memory Stick (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 106 How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode • Automatic parametric equalizer correction (Pro Mode only) This can be used to automatically correct distortion in frequency characteristics (peaks and dips) based on the results of measuring the frequency characteristics inside the vehicle.
  • Page 107: Operations During Normal Mode

    Operations during Normal Mode Press the [SOUND] button. The mode will change to sound adjustment mode (normal mode). Refer to "operations during Pro Mode" on page 121 for details on the operating the Pro Mode. If you press the [SOUND] button during sound adjustment mode, the adjustment mode is canceled and the mode returns to ATTENTION normal music mode.
  • Page 108: Equalizer Adjustment (Eq)

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode 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 109 Buttons [1] to [5] Press the [RTN] button. At this time, other adjustments can also be made in normal 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 110 How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode 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.
  • Page 111 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. Turn the [SEL] button to select EQ and press the [SEL] button.
  • Page 112 How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode 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. NORMAL Press the [SEL] button for more than one second. The mode will return to equalizer setting mode.
  • Page 113: Simplified Time Alignment Settings (Time Alignment)

    Simplified time alignment settings (Time Alignment) 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 Time Alignment.
  • Page 114 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 115 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. Turn the [SEL] button to select Car Type. The selected item will be highlighted.
  • Page 116 How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode 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. The selected item will be highlighted.
  • Page 117 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. The selected item will be highlighted. Press the [SEL] button. The mode will change to rear speaker position setting mode.
  • Page 118: Crossover Adjustment (X-Over)

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode 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 cutoff frequencies.) Turn the [SEL] button to select X-Over.
  • Page 119: Multi-Harmonizer Settings (Harmonizer)

    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 /WMA, Memory Stick (ATRAC3) playback. Turn the [SEL] button to select Harmonizer. The selected item will be highlighted.
  • Page 120: Non-Fader Phase Selection (Non-F Phase)

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode 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 the phase to a phase which lets the speakers combine without any disharmony.
  • Page 121: Operations During Pro Mode

    Operations during Pro Mode Press the [SOUND] button. The mode will switch to sound adjustment mode (normal mode). Press the [SOUND] button for more than five seconds. The mode switches between normal mode and pro mode each time the button is pressed. During pro mode, "PRO MODE ON" and the scroll display appear in the display.
  • Page 122: Parametric Equalizer Adjustment (Peq)

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Parametric equalizer adjustment (PEQ) Mid-Band (Group-1) Parametric adjustment in 5-Bands of 25 Frequencies. Hi-Band (Group-2) Parametric adjustment in 5-Bands of 20 Frequencies. Eclipse has by default assigned arbitrary frequencies for each of the 5-Bands (Hi/Mid for 10 parametric bands total). Frequencies in each group (Mid-Group or Hi-Group) cannot be duplicated (repeated).
  • Page 123 Turn the [SEL] button to select PEQ. The selected item will be highlighted. Press the [SEL] button. The mode will change to parametric equalizer adjustment mode. Press the [SEL] button for less than one second to select the channel and band to be adjusted. Each time the button is pressed, the selection changes in the following order.
  • Page 124 How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Press the [SEEK This adjusts the frequency level. [SEEK ] button: Increases level. [FAST ] button: Decreases level. 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.
  • Page 125: Selecting An Equalizer Mode From Memory

    Buttons [1] to [6] 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 PEQ. Press the [SEL] button.
  • Page 126: Measuring/Displaying Frequency Characteristic

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode [AUDIO CONTROL] button Measuring/display frequency characteristic Frequency characteristics inside the vehicle can be measured and displayed on the display. The measurement result can be referred to when adjusting parametric equalizer. This result is also necessary to automatically correct parametric equalizer setting using E-iSERV sound effect customizations.
  • Page 127 [AUDIO CONTROL] button Press the [DISP] button for more than two seconds. Pink noise will be output from the speakers and measurement of the frequency characteristics will start. [Measuring] will appear on the display while measurement is in progress. When measurement is complete, the measurement results will appear on the display.
  • Page 128: Time Alignment Adjustment (Time Alignment)

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Time alignment adjustment (Time Alignment) The delay time and level of the sound from each speaker can be adjusted in order to correct any phase mismatches in the sound resulting from the listening position. Turn the [SEL] button to select Time Alignment.
  • Page 129 Refer to the following for the method of calculating the delay time. A = (B-C) / 34 A: Delay time (ms) B: Distance from listening position to furthest speaker (cm) C: Distance from listening position to the speaker to be adjusted (cm) (Example) Listening position: Driver's seat (left) B: 200 (cm)
  • Page 130: Crossover Adjustment (X-Over)

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Crossover adjustment (X-Over) This adjustment is for 3-way speaker system which uses different speakers for different ranges (treble range: tweeters, medium range: Mid, bass range: woofers). In this case, the crossover function applies the HPF to the treble-range speakers, it applies the HPF and LPF to the medium-range speakers, and it applies the LPF to the bass-range speakers to adjust the respective playback ranges so that the sounds from...
  • Page 131 Press the [SEEK /FAST [SEEK ] button : The slope becomes more gentle. [FAST ] button : The slope becomes steeper. The slope can be set to "PASS", "6dB/oct", "12dB/oct", "18dB/oct" or "24dB/oct". Repeat the operations in steps settings for each channel. Press the [RTN] button.
  • Page 132: 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 /WMA, Memory Stick (ATRAC3) playback.
  • Page 133: 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 the phase to a phase which lets the speakers combine without any disharmony. Turn the [SEL] button to select Non-F Phase. The selected item will be highlighted.
  • Page 134: Writing/Reading Sound Quality Data

    How to operate the Sound Adjustment Mode Writing/reading sound quality data Writing sound quality data The sound quality data for the deck can be saved on a Memory Stick. This data can be used to adjust the sound quality using E-iSERV (web site).
  • Page 135 •Sound quality data is written to Memory Stick as follows. ATTENTION MSFTEN •The folders and files that are required for E-iSERV sound effect customizations are created automatically when the data is written to the Memory Stick. •Select a file in MSFTEN to E-iSERV (web site).
  • Page 136: 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 saving the sound quality data.
  • Page 137 Press the [SEL] button. The selected file will be saved. When reading has finished, [Completed] will appear on the display and then it will return to the display for selecting the function mode. •Make a folders in the Memory Stick and download the data adjust through E-iSERV (web site) as shown below.
  • Page 138: How To Use The Nob Remote Control

    How to use the NOB remote control How to use the NOB 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 139: 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 140: Switching Playback Modes

    How to use the NOB remote control [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.
  • Page 141: Selecting A Station (Manually Or Automatically)

    [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. ] button: Tunes to lower frequency stations.
  • Page 142: Advancing To The Next Track Or Returning To The Beginning Of The Track Being Played

    How to use the NOB remote control 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 Hold the [ ] button down to fast forward, or the [ rewind through the track being played.
  • Page 143: Switching The Remote Control Settings

    [SEL] button [FUNC] button [RTN] button Switching the remote control settings Remote control functions can be switched to the three patterns. Press the [FUNC] button of the main unit. Turn the [SEL] button to select Remote Func. The selected item will be highlighted. Press the [SEL] button.
  • Page 144: Replacing The Battery

    How to use the 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 145 •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 146: How To Use An Optional Card Remote Control

    How to use an optional Card remote control How to use an optional Card 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 147: Switching Playback Modes

    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 ➔...
  • Page 148: Selecting A Station (Manually Or Automatically)

    How to use an optional Card remote control 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.
  • Page 149: Advancing To The Next Track Or Returning To The Beginning Of The Track Being Played

    [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 150: Switching The Remote Control Settings

    How to use an optional Card remote control [SEL] button [FUNC] button [RTN] button Switching the remote control settings Remote control functions can be switched to the three patterns. Press the [FUNC] button of the main unit. Turn the [SEL] button to select Remote Func. The selected item will be highlighted.
  • Page 151: 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 152: 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 153: Fast Forward/Rewind

    How to operate the receiver with an optional CD changer connected Fast Forward/Rewind Fast forward or rewind the song currently being played. Press and hold the [SEEK ] or [FAST ] button. [SEEK ] button: Fast forward. [FAST ] button: Rewind. Playing the beginning of tracks (SCAN) Press button [4].
  • Page 154: Repeating The Same Track (Repeat)

    How to operate the receiver with an optional CD changer connected Repeating the same track (REPEAT) Press button [5]. Pressing on the button causes the changer to repeat the track currently being played, until the button is pressed again. Hold the button until the [ALL REPEAT] display appears to repeat all tracks on the CD being played.
  • Page 155: Skipping To The Next Or Previous Cd

    How to operate the receiver with an optional CD changer connected Skipping to the next or previous CD Press button [1] or [2]. Button [1]: Selects the next higher number disc. Button [2]: Selects the next lower number disc. Specifying a CD to play A CD of your choice is directly selectable out of the loaded discs.
  • Page 156: 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. The deck is compatible with portable audio players with both analog output and digital output (44.1 kHz and 48 kHz).
  • Page 157: Switching The External Input Method (Analog/Digital)

    Button [1] Switching the external input method (analog/digital) You can switch the external input method for the deck. Select the method that matches the output method for the portable audio player that is connected to the deck. In AUX mode, press button [1] or button [4]. Button [1]: Switches to digital input.
  • Page 158: If You Have A Question

    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.
  • Page 159: Displayed Information (For Troubleshooting)

    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 DAMAGED...
  • Page 160 If you have a question: 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...
  • Page 161 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 162 If you have a question: 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 163: 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 < > AM TUNER Frequency Range USA:...
  • Page 164: Before Installation

    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 165: 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 Attach the side brackets to the main unit using flathead...
  • Page 166 Mounting instruction 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 167: Names Of Lead Wires And Destinations

    Names of lead wires and destinations (refer to Page 168) 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. Similarly, insulate the ends of connected leads.
  • Page 168: System

    Mounting instruction System CD8454 CD8454 CD8454 CD8454 21010 CD8454...
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  • Page 174: 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 175 < > 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.
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  • Page 179 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 180 CUSTOMER NOTICE Please retain this booklet and write in the serial number of your CD8454 for identification. The serial number is labeled or stamped on the chassis. Serial No. FUJITSU TEN LIMITED 090001-1457A700 0405 (Y. O)

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