About this manual

This manual contains instructions for the CDX-GT225C, GT222, GT220, and GT121. The following chart shows the main differences between these models.

Check your model name, and refer to the difference indications in each section of this manual.

 

GT225C

GT222

GT121

 

GT220

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MP3/WMA

z

z

 

playback

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Card remote

z

z

 

commander

 

(option)

(option)

 

available

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rotary

z

 

 

commander

 

 

(option)

 

 

available

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Welcome !

Thank you for purchasing this Sony Compact Disc Player. You can enjoy your drive with the following functions.

•CD playback

You can play CD-DA (also containing CD TEXT) and CD-R/CD-RW (MP3/WMA files (page 14)*).

Type of discs

Label on the disc

CD-DA

MP3*

WMA*

•Radio reception

–You can store up to 6 stations per band (FM1, FM2, FM3, MW and LW).

–BTM (Best Tuning Memory): The unit selects strong signal stations and stores them.

•RDS services

–You can use FM station with Radio Data System (RDS).

•Sound adjustment

–EQ3 stage2: You can choose any one of 7 preset equalizer curves.

•Auxiliary equipment connection

An AUX input jack on the front of the unit allows connection of a portable audio device.

Getting Started

Setting the clock

The clock uses a 24-hour digital indication.

1Press and hold the select button.

The setup display appears.

2Press the select button repeatedly until “CLOCK-ADJ” appears.

3Press (SEEK) +.

The hour indication flashes.

4Rotate the volume control dial to set the hour and minute.

To move the digital indication, press (SEEK) –/+.

5Press the select button.

The setup is complete and the clock starts.

To display the clock, press (DSPL). Press (DSPL) again to return to the previous display.

Tip

You can set the clock automatically with the RDS feature (page 10).

Detaching the front panel

You can detach the front panel of this unit to prevent theft.

Caution alarm

If you turn the ignition switch to the OFF position without detaching the front panel, the caution alarm will sound for a few seconds. The alarm will only sound if the built-in amplifier is used.

1Press (OFF).

The unit is turned off.

2Press , then pull it off towards you.

Notes

•Do not drop or put excessive pressure on the front panel and display window.

•Do not subject the front panel to heat/high temperature or moisture. Avoid leaving it in a parked car or on a dashboard/rear tray.

4 * CDX-GT225C/GT222/GT220 only