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Actual total number: Sony CDX-4100/5100RDS ( E,F,G,I) 3-810-809-11 (1)
Features
General
· Detachable-front panel enables you to take
the front panel away with you when you
leave your car (page 4).
· Caution alarm will be activated if you turn
off the ignition key without removing the
front panel from the unit.
· 24-hour digital clock provided (page 5).
· Swichable two colour (amber and green)
illumination (for the CDX-5100RDS)
(page 13).
· Built-in power amplifier enables you to
enjoy 4-speaker systems (max. output:
20 W ´ 4 ch (for the CDX-4100RDS), 35 W ´
4 ch (for the CDX-5100RDS)).
· Line outputs for connecting an optional
power amplifier.
· Supplied with the rotary commander (for
the CDX-5100RDS).
CD player section
· 1 bit DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) for
clear sound reproduction.
· Quick recovery mechanism for preventing
sound skipping.
· Convenient functions such as the Intro Scan
Function for locating a desired track, the
Repeat Play Function for playing a track
repeatedly, and the Shuffle Play Function
for playing tracks in random order.
Tuner section
· Up to 30 stations can be preset: 18 FM
stations and 6 MW and LW stations.
· BTM (Best Tuning Memory) function
automatically locates and stores the stations
with the strongest signals on the preset
number buttons in order of band frequency
(page 8).
· Information services are available, if an FM
RDS station can be received (page 9).
· Compatible with RDS features such as EON
(Enhanced Other Networks), AF
(Alternative Frequency), TA (Traffic
Announcement), PTY (Programme Type)
and CT (Clock Time) functions (page 9, 10,
11 and 12).
The optional rotary commander
can be used (for the CDX-4100RDS).
You can use the rotary commander (RM-X2S)
which is operated like your carÕs wiper or
headlight switch while driving.
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Table of Contents
RDS Functions
Overview of the RDS Function .............................. 9
Displaying the Station Name ................................. 9
Listening to the Same Programme Without
Manual Retuning if the Location Has Changed
Ñ AF Function .................................................. 10
Listening to Traffic Announcements .................. 10
Selecting the Programme Type ............................ 11
Using RDS Data for Setting the Clock
Automatically .................................................... 12
Other Functions
Adjusting the Sound Characteristics .................. 13
Enjoying Bass and Treble at Low Volume
Ñ Loudness Function ....................................... 13
Muting the Sound Quickly
Ñ Mute Function .............................................. 13
Muting the Beep Tone ........................................... 13
Changing the illumination Colour
(for the CDX-5100RDS) .................................... 13
Maintenance ........................................................... 14
Dismounting the Unit ........................................... 14
Notes on Using the Optional Rotary Commander
RM-X2S (for the CDX-4100RDS) ..................... 15
Location of Controls .............................................. 16
Specifications .......................................................... 17
Troubleshooting Guide ......................................... 18 Precautions ............................................................... 4
Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel ............ 4
Setting the Clock ...................................................... 5
CD Player Operation
Playing a CD ............................................................. 6
Ejecting the CD ........................................................ 6
Locating the Beginnings of Tracks
Ñ AMS (Automatic Music Sensor)
Function .......................................................... 6
Locating the Desired Part of a Track
Ñ Manual Search Function ............................... 6
Searching for the Desired Track
Ñ Intro Scan Function ........................................ 6
Playing Tracks Repeatedly
Ñ Repeat Play Function ..................................... 7
Playing Tracks in Random Order
Ñ Shuffle Play Function .................................... 7
Radio Reception
Searching for Stations Automatically
Ñ Automatic Tuning .......................................... 7
If FM Stereo Reception is Poor
Ñ Monaural Mode .............................................. 7
Tuning in by Adjusting the Frequency
Ñ Manual Tuning ............................................... 8
Memorising Stations Automatically
Ñ BTM (Best Tuning Memory) Function ........ 8
Memorising Only the Desired Stations ................ 8
Receiving the Memorised Stations ........................ 9
