Sony CDX-3100 manual Troubleshooting Guide, CD playback, Radio reception

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Troubleshooting Guide

The following checklist will assist in the correction of most problems which you may encounter with your unit.

Before going through the checklist below, refer to the connection and operating procedures.

General

Problem

No sound.

Cause/Solution

∙Adjust the volume with +side of the +/– button.

∙Set the fader control to the centre position for 2-speaker systems.

The contents of the memory have been erased.

∙The power cord or battery has been disconnected.

∙The reset button has been pressed.

nStore stations into the memory again.

Indications do not appear in the display window.

No beep tone.

Remove the front panel and clean the connectors. See “Cleaning the Connectors” of “Maintenance” for details.

∙An optional power amplifier is connected to the LINE OUT.

∙The beep tone is muted (page 9).

CD playback

 

 

 

EN

 

 

 

 

Problem

Cause/Solution

 

 

 

CD cannot be loaded.

∙ Another CD is already loaded.

 

∙ The CD was forcibly inserted upside down.

Play does not begin.

CD is automatically ejected.

CD will not eject.

The operation buttons do not function.

The sound skips due to vibration.

Dusty disc.

The ambient temperature is more than 50°C.

Press the 6button for more than two seconds.

Press the reset button.

∙The unit is installed at an angle of more than 20°.

∙The unit is not installed in a sturdy part of the car.

Radio reception

Problem

Cause/Solution

Preset tuning is not possible.

∙ Memorise the correct frequency.

 

∙ The broadcast is too weak.

Automatic tuning is not possible.

The “STEREO” indication flashes.

The broadcast is too weak.

nUse manual tuning.

∙Tune in precisely.

•The broadcast is too weak.

nPress the SENS button to enter the MONO mode.

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Actual total number:

Sony CDX-3100 (E,F,G,I) 3-810-605-42(1)

 

 

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Contents FM/MW/LW ∙ Quick recovery mechanism for preventing sound skipping FeaturesGeneral CD player sectionTable of Contents When you play 8 cm CDs PrecautionsDetaching and Attaching the Front Panel Detaching the Front PanelAttaching the Front Panel Setting the ClockCD Player Operation Playing Tracks in Random Radio ReceptionSearching for Stations If FM Stereo Reception isEN Memorising Stations Automatically Tuning in by Adjusting the FrequencyReceiving the Memorised Stations Automatic Memory FunctionOther Functions Enjoying Bass and Treble at Low VolumeMuting the Beep Tone Turning on the ClockFuse Replacement MaintenanceCleaning the Connectors Dismounting the UnitDuring CD playback Location of ControlsIntro intro scan button Repeat repeat play buttonPower amplifier section SpecificationsCD playback Troubleshooting GuideRadio reception Display Cause Solution Error displaysGénéralités CaractéristiquesSection lecteur CD Section tunerFonctionnement du lecteur de Table des matièresRetrait et pose de la façade PrécautionsPose de la façade Réglage de l’horlogeAvertisseur Fonctionnement du lecteur de CD Répétition Réception radioRecherche automatique des stations Mémorisation de stations particulières Si la réception FM stéréo n’est pas bonneRéception des stations mémorisées Accord par réglage de la fréquenceRéglage du son Autres fonctionsActivation de l’affichage De l’horloge Fonction de sélection d’alimentationEntretien Remplacement du fusibleRetrait de l’appareil Nettoyage des connecteursFenêtre d’affichage Nomenclature des touchesTouche Intro balayage des Intros ToucheSection lecteur de CD SpécificationsSection amplificateur de puissance Lecture de CD Guide de dépannageRéception radio Affichage d’erreurs Affichage Cause SolutionActual total number Allgemeines EigenschaftenCD-Spieler TunerBedienung des CD-Spielers InhaltHinweise zur CDs SicherheitsmaßnahmenHinweis zur Feuchtigkeitskondensation Hinweis zur Wiedergabe von 8-cm- CDs Single-CDsAbnehmen der Frontplatte Abnehmen und Anbringen der FrontplatteAnbringen der Frontplatte WarntonEinstellen der Uhr Bedienung des CD- SpielersWiedergabe einer CD Wenn der letzte Titel der CD abgespielt istSuchen des gewünschten Auswerfen der CDWiederholte Wiedergabe Bei schlechtem UKW RadioempfangAutomatisches Suchen nach einer Sendestation Einstellen einer Sendestation durch Einstellen der FrequenzEmpfangen der gespeicherten Sendestationen Automatisches Speichern von SendestationenSpeichern der gewünschten Sendestationen Automatischer SenderspeicherWeitere Funktionen Herausnehmen der Einheit WartungAustauschen einer Sicherung Reinigen der AnschlüsseLage und Funktion der Bedienelemente Endverstärker Technische DatenRadioempfang Behebung von StörungenAnzeige Ursache Abhilfe FehleranzeigenCaratteristiche generali CaratteristicheSezione lettore CD Sezione sintonizzatoreUso lettore a CD IndiceApplicazione e rimozione del pannello anteriore PrecauzioniNota sulla condensazione di umidità Riproduzione di CD da 8 cmApplicazione del pannello anteriore Regolazione dell’orologioSuoneria di avvertimento Riproduzione CD Uso lettore a CDEspulsione CD Individuazione dell’inizio dei braniRiproduzione ripetuta Ricezione radioRiproduzione di brani in ordine casuale Memorizzazione delle sole stazioni desiderate Per sintonizzare regolandoRicezione delle stazioni memorizzate Se la ricezione in FM stereo è di bassa qualitàAltre funzioni Funzione Power SelectDisattivazione del segnale acustico Attivazione del display dell’orologioRimozione dell’apparecchio ManutenzioneSostituzione del fusibile Pulizia dei connettoriDurante la riproduzione di CD Posizione dei tastiTasto Intro scorrimento delle introduzioni Tasto Repeat ripetizioneSezione amplificatore di potenza Caratteristiche tecnicheCaratteristichc generali Guida alla soluzione di problemiRiproduzione di CD Ricezione radioDisplay Causa Soluzione Messaggi di errore
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CDX-3100 specifications

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In conclusion, the Sony CDX-3100 car audio receiver delivers a compelling combination of traditional CD playback and modern digital compatibility, backed by sophisticated audio technologies. Its thoughtful design and user-centric features make it an excellent choice for anyone looking to enhance their driving experience with high-quality sound.
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