About AAC files

•AAC, which stands for Advanced Audio Coding, is a music file compression format standard. It compresses audio CD data to approximately 1/11* of its original size.

•AAC tag is 126 characters.

•When naming an AAC file, be sure to add the file extension “.m4a” to the file name.

•During playback or fast-forward/reverse of a VBR (variable bit rate) AAC file, elapsed playing time may not display accurately.

*only for 128 kbps

Note on AAC

Playback of a copyright-protected file is not supported.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Fuse replacement

 

When replacing the fuse, be

 

sure to use one matching the

 

amperage rating stated on the

 

original fuse. If the fuse blows,

 

check the power connection and

 

replace the fuse. If the fuse

 

blows again after replacement,

 

there may be an internal

 

malfunction. In such a case,

Fuse (10 A)

consult your nearest Sony

 

dealer.

 

Cleaning the connectors

The unit may not function properly if the connectors between the unit and the front panel are not clean. In order to prevent this, detach the front panel (page 5) and clean the connectors with a cotton swab. Do not apply too much force. Otherwise, the connectors may be damaged.

Maintenance

Replacing the lithium battery of the card remote commander

Under normal conditions, the battery will last approximately 1 year. (The service life may be shorter, depending on the conditions of use.)

When the battery becomes weak, the range of the card remote commander becomes shorter. Replace the battery with a new CR2025 lithium battery. Use of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

+ side up

Main unit

Back of the front

 

panel

Notes

•For safety, turn off the ignition before cleaning the connectors, and remove the key from the ignition switch.

•Never touch the connectors directly with your fingers or with any metal device.

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Notes on the lithium battery

•Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor.

•Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good contact.

•Be sure to observe the correct polarity when installing the battery.

•Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers, otherwise a short-circuit may occur.

WARNING

Battery may explode if mistreated.

Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire.

Removing the unit

1Remove the protection collar.

1Detach the front panel (page 5).

2Pinch both edges of the protection collar, then pull it out.

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