Maintenance
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, consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
Warning
Never use a fuse with an amperage rating
exceeding the one supplied with the unit as this
could damage the unit.
Additional Information
Precautions
•If your car was parked in direct sunlight, allow
the unit to cool off before operating it.
•Power antennas will extend automatically
while the unit is operating.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your unit that are not covered in this
manual, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Moisture condensation
On a rainy day or in a very damp area, moisture
condensation may occur inside the lenses and
display of the unit. Should this occur, the unit
will not operate properly. In such a case, remove
the disc and wait for about an hour until the
moisture has evaporated.
To maintain high sound quality
Be careful not to splash juice or other soft drinks
onto the unit or discs.
Fuse (10 A)
Notes on discs
•To keep the disc clean, do not touch the
surface. Handle the disc by its edge.
•Keep your discs in their cases or disc
magazines when not in use. Do not subject the
discs to heat/high temperature. Avoid leaving
them in parked cars or on dashboards/rear
trays.
•Do not attach labels, or use discs with sticky
ink/residue. Such discs may stop spinning
when used, causing a malfunction, or may ruin
the disc.
•Discs with special shapes (heart-shaped discs,
octagonal discs, etc.) cannot be played on this
unit. Attempting to do so may damage the
unit. Do not use such discs.
•You cannot play 8cm (3in.) CDs.
•Before playing, clean the discs with a
commercially available cleaning cloth. Wipe
each disc from the center out. Do not use
solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners, or antistatic
spray intended for analog discs.
Notes on CD-R discs
•You can play CD-Rs (recordable CDs)
designed for audio use on this unit.
Look for this mark to distinguish CD-Rs for
audio use.
This mark denotes that a disc is not for audio
use.
•Some CD-Rs (depending on the equipment
used for its recording or the condition of the
disc) may not play on this unit.
•You cannot play a CD-R that is not finalized
*
.
*
A process necessary for a recorded CD-R disc to be
played on the audio CD player.
Removing the unit
1
Insert the supplied tool between the unit
and the frame, and rotate 90° to release
the hidden mounting spring. Repeat on
the opposite side and remove the frame.
2
Insert a flathead screwdriver between the
bracket and mounting spring. Gently pry
the spring toward the unit while pulling
the unit out a little. Repeat on the
opposite side and remove the unit.
90°
10 mm (
13
/
32
in.)
4 mm (
3
/
16
in.)
