Sony MEX-1HD Getting Started, Resetting the unit, Detaching the front panel, Press OFF

Getting Started

Resetting the unit

Before operating the unit for the first time, or after replacing the car battery or changing the connections, you must reset the unit.

Remove the front panel and press the RESET button with a pointed object, such as a ball-point pen.

Notes

•If you detach the panel while the unit is still turned on, the power will turn off automatically.

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

•Close the front panel before you detach it.

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

Tip

When carrying the front panel with you, use the supplied front panel case.

Attaching the front panel

Attach part A of the front panel to part B of the unit as illustrated and push the left side into position until it clicks.

RESET button

Note

Pressing the RESET button will erase the clock setting and some stored information.

Detaching the front panel

You can detach the front panel of this unit to protect the unit from being stolen.

Caution alarm

If you turn the ignition switch to the OFF position without removing the front panel, the caution alarm will beep for a few seconds.

1 Press (OFF)*.

CD, HDD, “MG Memory Stick” playback or radio reception stops (the key illumination and display remain on).

*If your car has no ACC position on the ignition switch, be sure to turn the unit off by pressing (OFF) for 2 seconds to avoid car battery drain.

2 Press (RELEASE) to open up the front panel and pull it off towards you.

(OFF)

(RELEASE)

A

B

Notes

•Do not put anything on the inner surface of the front panel.

•Do not detach the front panel during the eject operation. If the front panel is detached during eject, operation will stop.

To remove the disc with the front panel detached: through hole C, press Z (OPEN/CLOSE) inside the unit with a pointed object, such as a ball- point pen.

C

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