Sony EXCD-1RF Operating Instructions

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The following check will assist in the correction of most problems which vou may encounter with your unit.
Before going through the check list below, refer back to the connection and operating procedures
SONY
Compact Disc Changer System
3-758-435-21 (1)
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i Problem Cause/Solution
: Play does not begin. |. The unut is in the pause mode. —+ Press the Pl button.
The unit does not function. » The buuit-in micro computer has malfunctioned.
— Press the reset button on the hideaway unit.
j_ © The connecting cords are not connected properly.
, The sound skips. ¢ The CD changer is :nstalted in an unstable location.
! — Reinstall it in a stable location.
i « Dirty or detective discts)
i — Clean or reptace it/them.
! The disc magazine is not locked Take out the dise magazine, press the EJECT button, and
in the CD changer. reinsert the disc magazine until it is locked securely
Error dispiays
The tollowing indications will blink for about five seconds.
t Display Cause Solution
e-0} The disc magazine is not inserted in Insert the disc magazine into the CD
ut the CD changer changer
Take out the disc magazine and
E = AUD | Nedicisinsered in te disc
uw insert the discs
magazine.
The disc is dirty Clean the disc
t+.
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E oY |The disc is inserted upside down. | Insert the disc correctly.
"Press the reset button on the
E = 99 ' The CD changer cannot be operated
+ hideaway unit. because of some problem
If the above-mentioned solutions do not help to improve the situation. consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Specifications
CD changer Hideaway unitiRemote commander
System Compact dise digital audio Frequency 88.3 MHz/88.7 MHz/
system, 899.7 MHz/89 9 MHz
Laser Diode Properties (switchable)
Material GaAlAs Dimensions Hideaway unit
Wavelength 780 nm Approx. 126 x 30 x 81 mm
Emission Duration Continuous
Laser out-put Power Less than -H.6 wW*
* This ourput is the value
(5% 1 Vinx 3 '/e ind Gw/b/d)
Remote cummander
Approx. 48 x 80 x 16 mm
measured at a distance of 200 (x3 i Jax
mm from the objective lens twihid)
surface on the Opticat Pick- Mass Hideaway unit:
up Block, Approx. 400 g (14 02.1
Remote commander:
Approx. 110 g (4.0z.)
Frequency response 10 - 20.000 Hz
Wow and flutter Less than measurable fumit
Sugnal-to-naise ratio More than 90 dB
Output terminals Bus (Uinilink) control output
terminal (8 pin) Disc magazine (1)
Analog audio output terminal Bus (Unilink) cable (1)
(RCA pin) RCA pin cord (1)
800 mA iat playback) Mounting hardware (1 set)
800 mA (at disc loading /
ejecting)
Operational temperature
=10°C 10 38°C (14°F to 131°F)
Supplied accessories
Current drain
Optional accessories
CD cleaning kit CDM-218K
CD singie adaptor CSA-8
Dimensions Approx. 305 90 x 174 mm.
(d/o x 370m 670 nut wf h/d) Disc magazine XA-10B
N 2.5 kg ( 5 i b . B 0 2 .
ee Appros 256 (5 BiB oF) Design and specifications subject to change without
notice
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EXCD-1RF
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and
retain it tor future reterence.
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the CD changer.
Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these
numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No. EXCD-IRF Serial No.
Components
CD changer
Hideaway unit
Dise magazine
OS
SOS
SS
Remote commander
Sony Corporation ©1994 Printed in Japan
Features
The EXCD-1RF is a compact disc changer
system comprised of the remote commander,
the hideaway (modulator) unit and the CD
changer. The hideaway unit modulates the
audio signa from the CD changer into the RF
(Radio Frequency) signal at 88.3 MHz, 88.7
MHz, 89.7 MHz or 89.9 MHz so that it can be
received by the existing FM tuner of vour car
audio. Therefore vou will be able to enjoy CD
play with your car audio even if it has no input
terminals for a compact disc player.
« Compact and space saving CD changer for
vertical, horizontal or suspended installation
in your car
Supplied remote commander enables vou to
control the CD changer installed in the trunk
room of your car.
|
* This system cannot be used with a car audio
without the facility to receive FM.
« Before operating the unit for the first time or
after replacing the car battery, press the reset
button on the hideaway unit with a ball-point
pen etc. and then start operating the system.
© If your car was parked in direct sunlight
resulting in a considerable rise in temperature
inside the car, allow the system to cool oft
before operating it.
* If no power is being supplied to the system,
check the connections first. If everything 1s un
order, check the fuse.
* Avoid installing the system in places
— subject to temperatures exceeding 5
(13°F),
— subject to direct sunlight.
— near heat sources (such as heaters)
— exposed to rain or moisture.
— exposed (0 excessive dust or dirt
— subject to excessive vibration.
* As the laser beam used in this compact disc
changer is harmful to the eves, do not attempt
to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
; CAUTION
| The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eve hazard j |
WARNING
measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
connected.
| Seid your authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and. if not installed and used in accordance with the in: Co
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guaran
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmiul
interference to radio or television reception. which can be determuned by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the fallowing,
The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual must be used with this equipment in
order to comply with the liruts for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules
.
that
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
— Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. /
— Consult the deaier or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. |
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could