3-861-516-31 (3)
FM/AM
Compact Disc
Player
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Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the unit.
Record the serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No. CDX-4180 Serial No.
For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections
manual.
CDX-4180
1998 by Sony Corporation
Table of Contents
Location of controls ................................................. 4
Additional Information
Precautions ......................................................... 11
Maintenance ....................................................... 12
Getting Started
Resetting the unit ................................................ 5
Detaching the front panel .................................. 5
Setting the clock .................................................. 6
Dismounting the unit ....................................... 12
Attaching the label to
the rotary commander ................................ 13
Turning on the clock display
— Power Select Function ............................ 13
Specifications ..................................................... 14
Troubleshooting guide ..................................... 15
CD Player
Listening to a CD ................................................ 6
Playing a CD in various modes ........................ 7
Radio
Memorizing stations automatically
— Best Tuning Memory (BTM) ................... 7
Memorizing only the desired stations ............. 8
Receiving the memorized stations.................... 8
Other Functions
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Using the rotary commander ............................ 9
Adjusting the sound characteristics ............... 10
Changing the sound and beep tone ............... 10
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Location of controls
MODE
BTM
SOUND
SEEK/AMS
DSPL
SENS
1
OFF
2
3
D - BASS
SOURCE
REPEAT
SHUF
1
2
3
4
5
6
OFF
RELEASE
Refer to the pages for details.
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0 RELEASE (front panel release) button
1 SEEK/AMS (seek/Automatic Music
5, 12
Sensor/manual search) control 6, 7, 8
!¡ Reset button (located on the front side
2 MODE (band select) button 7, 8
of the unit hidden by the front panel) 5
3 SOURCE (source select) button 6, 7, 8
!™ OFF button 5, 6
4 Dial (volume/bass/treble/left-right/
!£ During radio reception:
Number buttons 8
front-rear control) 6, 10
5 SOUND button 6, 10
During CD playback:
(1) REPEAT button 7
(2) SHUF button 7
!¢ D-BASS dial 10
6 Display window
7 DSPL (display mode change/time set)
button 6, 8
8 6 (eject) button 6
9 BTM/SENS (Best Tuning Memory/
sensitivity adjust) button 7, 8
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Notes
• Be sure not to drop the panel when detaching it
from the unit.
• If you press (RELEASE) to detach the panel while
the unit is still on, the unit will turn off
automatically to prevent the speakers from
being damaged.
Getting Started
• When you carry the front panel with you, put it
in the supplied front panel case.
Resetting the unit
Before operating the unit for the first time or
after replacing the car battery, you must reset
the unit.
Press the reset button with a pointed object,
such as a ball-point pen.
Attaching the front panel
Align part A of the front panel to part B of
the unit as illustrated, and push until it clicks.
Reset button
A
B
Notes
• Pressing the reset button will erase all the
memorized program and memory functions.
• When you connect the power supply cord to the
unit or reset the unit, wait for about 10 seconds
before you insert a disc. Do not insert a disc
within these 10 seconds, otherwise, the unit will
not be reset, and you will have to press the reset
button again.
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Notes
• Be sure not to attach the front panel upside
down.
• Do not press the front panel hard against the
unit when attaching it. Press it lightly against the
unit.
• Do not press hard or put excessive pressure on
the display window of the front panel.
• Do not expose the front panel to direct sunlight,
heat sources such as hot air ducts, and do not
leave it in a humid place. Never leave it on the
dashboard of a car parked in direct sunlight
where there may be a considerable rise in
temperature.
Detaching the front panel
You can detach the front panel of this unit to
prevent the unit from being stolen.
1 Press (OFF).
Caution alarm
2 Press (RELEASE) to open up the front
panel. Then slide the front panel a little
to the left, and pull it off towards you.
If you turn the ignition key switch to the OFF
position without removing the front panel, the
caution alarm will beep for a few seconds. If
you connect an optional power amplifier and
do not use the built-in amplifier, the beep tone
will be disabled.
(OFF)
(RELEASE)
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Setting the clock
The clock has a 12-hour digital indication.
CD Player
Example: Set the clock to 10:08
1 Press (OFF) or (DSPL) during operation.
If the POWER SELECT function is set to
“ON”, press (OFF). If it is set to “OFF”,
Listening to a CD
Simply insert the CD.
Playback starts automatically.
press (DSPL).
Labelled side up
2 Press (DSPL) for two seconds.
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The hour digit flashes.
1 Set the hour digits.
To go back
SOURCE
If a CD is already inserted, press (SOURCE)
repeatedly until “CD” appears.
To go forward
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MIN
SEC
0215
Elapsed playing time
1000
Note
2 Press (SOUND) momentarily.
To play back an 8 cm (3 in.) CD, use the optional
Sony compact disc single adapter (CSA-8).
1000
The minute digits flash.
To
Press
Stop playback
Eject the CD
6 or (OFF)
6
3 Set the minute digits.
To go back
SOURCE
Changing the displayed items
Each time you press (DSPL), the item changes
as follows:
To go forward
zElapsed playing time zTrack number
1008
Time Z
3 Press (DSPL) momentarily.
Locating a specific track
MIN
— Automatic Music Sensor (AMS)
1008
The clock is activated.
During playback, push the SEEK/AMS
control up or down momentarily.
Note
SEEK/AMS
To locate succeeding
If the car has no accessory position on the ignition
key switch, the clock cannot be set unless the
power is turn on. Set the clock after you have
turned on the radio, or started CD playback.
tracks
To locate preceding
tracks
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Locating a specific point in a track
— Manual Search
Radio
During playback, push the SEEK/AMS
control up or down and hold for about
two seconds. Release when you have
found the desired point.
SEEK/AMS
Memorizing stations
To search forward
automatically
To search backward
— Best Tuning Memory (BTM)
Note
If “
This function selects from the currently
received band the stations with the strongest
signals and memorizes them in order of their
frequency.
” or “
” appears in the
display, you have reached the beginning or the
end of the disc and you cannot go any further.
PREVENTING ACCIDENTS!
When tuning in while driving, use the
automatic tuning instead of manual tuning.
Playing a CD in various
modes
Playing tracks repeatedly
— Repeat Play
1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select the
tuner.
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Each time you press (SOURCE), the mode
changes as follows:
CD ˜ TUNER
Press (1) during playback.
“REP” appears in the display.
2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the
band.
When the currently played track is over, it will
be played again from the beginning.
Each time you press (MODE), the mode
changes as follows:
To cancel this mode, press again.
”FM I ”FM II ”FM III ”AM
Playing tracks in random order
— Shuffle Play
3 Press (BTM/SENS) for two seconds.
The unit stores stations in the order of their
frequencies on the number buttons.
Press (2) during playback.
“SHUF” appears in the display.
Notes
To cancel this mode, press again.
• The unit does not store stations with weak
signals. If only a few stations are received, some
number buttons remain empty.
• When a number is indicated in the display, the
unit starts storing stations from the one currently
displayed.
• If a CD is not in the unit, only the tuner band
appears even if you press (SOURCE).
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Note
If the automatic tuning stops too frequently, press
(BTM/SENS) momentarily until “LCL” appears in
the display (local seek mode). Only the stations
with relatively strong signals will be tuned in.
Memorizing only the
desired stations
You can store up to 6 stations on each band (18
for FM I, FM II and FM III, 6 for AM) in the
order of your choice.
Tip
If you know the frequency of the station you want
to listen to, push the SEEK/AMS control up or
down for two seconds until the desired frequency
appears (manual tuning).
1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select the
tuner.
If FM stereo reception is poor
— Monaural Mode
2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the
band.
Press (BTM/SENS) momentarily until
“MONO” appears.
The sound improves, but becomes
3 Push the SEEK/AMS control up or down
to tune in the station that you want to
store on the number button.
monaural (“ST” disappears).
To go back to the normal mode, press again
until “MONO” disappears.
4 Press the desired number button ((1) to
(6)) for two seconds until “MEM”
appears.
Changing the displayed items
Each time you press (DSPL), the items
alternate between the frequency and time.
The number button indication appears in
the display.
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Note
If you try to store another station on the same
number button, the previously stored station will
be erased.
Receiving the memorized
stations
1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select the
tuner.
2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the
band (FM I, FM II, FM III or AM).
3 Press the number button ((1) to (6))
momentarily where the desired station is
stored.
If you cannot tune in a preset
station
Push the SEEK/AMS control up or down
momentarily to search for the station
(automatic tuning).
Scanning stops when the unit receives a
station. Push the SEEK/AMS control up or
down repeatedly until the desired station is
received.
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Rotate the control momentarily and
release it to:
•Locate a specific track on a disc. Rotate
and hold the control until you locate the
specific point in a track, then release it to
start playback.
•Tune in stations automatically. Rotate and
hold the control to tune in a specific
station.
Other Functions
You can connect an optional rotary
commander (RM-X4S) with this unit.
By pushing in and rotating the
control (the PRESET/DISC control)
Using the rotary
commander
The rotary commander works by pressing
buttons and/or rotating controls.
By pressing buttons (the SOURCE
and MODE buttons)
Push in and rotate the control to:
•Receive the stations memorised on the
number buttons.
(SOURCE)
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•Change the disc.
(MODE)
Other operations
Rotate the VOL control to
adjust the volume.
Press (ATT) to
attenuate the
sound.
Each time you press (SOURCE), the
source changes as follows:
TUNER ˜ CD
Pressing (MODE) changes the operation
in the following ways;
Tuner : FM I n FM II n FM III nAM
Press (OFF) to turn
off the unit.
By rotating the control (the SEEK/
AMS control)
Press (SOUND) to adjust and
select.
Press (DSPL) to change the
displayed items.
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Changing the operative direction
The operative direction of controls is factory-
set as in the illustration below.
Changing the sound and
beep tone
To increase
Boosting the bass sound — D.bass
You can enjoy clear and powerful bass sound.
The D-bass function boosts the low frequency
signal with a sharper curve than conventional
bass boost.
You can hear the bass line more clearly even if
the vocal sound is the same volume. You can
emphasize and adjust the bass sound easily
with the D-bass control. This effect is similar to
the one you get when you use an optional
subwoofer system.
To decrease
If you need to mount the rotary commander on
the right side of the steering column, you can
reverse the operative direction.
Moreover, the Digital D-bass* function creates
even sharper and more powerful bass sound
than Analog D-bass.
* Digital D-bass is available during CD playback.
Analog D-BASS
Digital D-BASS
D-BASS 3
D-BASS 2
D-BASS 1
D-BASS 3
D-BASS 2
D-BASS 1
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Press (SOUND) for two seconds while
pushing the VOL control.
0dB
0dB
Frequency (Hz)
Frequency (Hz)
Adjusting the sound
characteristics
You can adjust bass, treble, balance and fader.
Each source can store the bass and treble level
independently.
Adjusting the bass curve
Turn the D-BASS dial to adjust the bass
level (1, 2 or 3).
“D-BASS” appears in the display.
During CD playback, “DIGITAL D-BASS”
appears in the display.
1 Select the item you want to adjust by
To cancel, turn the dial to the OFF position.
pressing (SOUND) repeatedly.
VOL (volume) n BAS (bass) n TRE (treble)
n BAL (left-right) n FAD (front-rear)
Note
The bass sound becomes distorted, adjust the D-
bass dial or volume control.
2 Adjust the selected item by rotating the
dial.
Attenuating the beep tone
Adjust within three seconds after selecting
the item. (After three seconds, the dial
functions as volume control.)
Press (6) while pressing (SOUND).
To obtain the beep tone again, press these
buttons again.
Note
If you connect an optional power amplifier and do
not use the built-in amplifier, the beep tone will
be disabled.
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Before playing, clean the discs with an optional
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.
Additional
Information
Precautions
• If your car was parked in direct sunlight
resulting in a considerable rise in
temperature inside the car, allow the unit to
cool off before operating it.
• If no power is being supplied to the unit,
check the connections first. If everything is in
order, check the fuse.
• If no sound comes from the speakers of a
two-speaker system, set the fader control to
the center position.
•If your car is equipped with a power
antenna, note that it will extend
automatically while the unit is operating.
Notes on moisture condensation
On a rainy day or in a very damp area,
moisture may condense on the lenses inside
the CD player. Should this occur, the unit will
not operate properly. In this case, remove the
disc and wait for about an hour until the
moisture evaporates.
When you play 8 cm (3 in.) CDs
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your unit that are not covered in
this manual, please consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Use the optional Sony compact disc single
adapter (CSA-8) to protect the CD player from
being damaged.
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Notes on handling CDs
A dirty or defective disc may cause sound
dropouts while playing. To enjoy optimum
sound, handle the disc as follows.
Handle the disc by its edge. To keep the disc
clean, do not touch the surface.
Do not stick paper or tape on the labeled
surface.
Do not expose the discs to direct sunlight or
heat sources such as hot air-ducts, or leave
them in a car parked in direct sunlight where
there can be a considerable rise in the
temperature inside the car.
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Maintenance
Dismounting the unit
Fuse replacement
When replacing the fuse, be sure to use one
that matches the amperage described on the
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.
Release key
(supplied)
µ
µ
µ
Fuse (10 A)
Warning
Never use a fuse with an amperage rating
exceeding the one supplied with the unit as
this could damage the unit.
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Pull the unit out while the release key is inserted.
Cleaning the connectors
The unit may not function properly if the
connectors between the unit and the front
panel are not clean. To prevent this, open the
front panel by pressing (RELEASE), then
detach it and clean the connectors with a
cotton swab dipped in alcohol. Do not apply
too much force. Otherwise, the connectors may
be damaged.
µ
Press the clip inside the front cover with a thin
screwdriver, and lever the front cover free.
Main unit
Back of the front panel
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Attaching the label to the
rotary commander
Turning on the clock
display — Power Select Function
You can control this unit with the optional
rotary commander (RM-X4S).
Only for cars with an accessory position on the
ignition key switch
Several labels are supplied with the rotary
commander. Attach the label that matches the
functions of this unit and the mounting
position of the rotary commander.
After you mount the rotary commander, attach
the label in the illustration below.
To turn the Power Select Function ON
Press (OFF) while pressing (SOUND).
The Power Select Function ties the clock
display power to the accessory position on
the ignition key switch.
To avoid battery wear, the clock is not
displayed while the unit is initializing.
Note
You cannot operate this function with the
optional rotary remote (RM-X4S).
DSPL
MODE
SOUND
EN
SOUND
MODE
DSPL
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Specifications
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
17 watts per channel minimum continuous average power into
4 ohms, 4 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than
1 % total harmonic distortion.
Other specifications
CD player section
General
Outputs
Line outputs (2)
Power antenna relay
control/Power amplifier
control lead
System
Compact disc digital audio
system
Signal-to-noise ratio
Frequency response
Wow and flutter
Laser Diode Properties
Material
90 dB
Telephone ATT control
lead
10 – 20,000 Hz
Below measurable limit
Tone controls
Bass ±10 dB at 100 Hz
Treble ±10 dB at 10 kHz
12 V DC car battery
(negative ground)
Approx.178×50×185mm
(7 1/8 × 2 × 7 3/8 in.)
(w/h/d)
Approx. 182 × 53 × 162 mm
(7 1/4 × 2 1/8 × 6 1/2 in.)
(w/h/d)
Approx. 1.2 kg (2 lb. 10 oz.)
Parts for installation and
connections (1 set)
Front panel case (1)
Rotary commander
RM-X4S
GaAlAs
780 nm
Power requirements
Dimensions
Wavelength
Emission Duration
Laser output power
Continuous
Less than 44.6 µW*
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* This output is the value measured at a distance
of 200 mm from the objective lens surface on
the Optical Pick-up Block.
Mounting dimensions
Mass
Supplied accessories
Tuner section
FM
Tuning range
87.5 – 107.9 MHz
Antenna terminal
Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz
Usable sensitivity
Selectivity
Signal-to-noise ratio
External antenna connector
Optional accessories
8 dBf
RCA pin cord
RC-63 (1 m), RC-64 (2 m),
RC-65 (5 m)
Cleaning cloth XP-CD1
Compact disc single
adapter CSA-8
75 dB at 400 kHz
65 dB (stereo),
68 dB (mono)
Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz
1.0 % (stereo),
0.5 % (mono)
35 dB at 1 kHz
30 – 15,000 Hz
2 dB
Separation
Frequency response
Capture ratio
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
AM
Tuning range
Antenna terminal
530 – 1,710 kHz
External antenna connector
Intermediate frequency 10.71 MHz/450 kHz
Sensitivity 30 µV
Power amplifier section
Outputs
Speaker outputs
(sure seal connectors)
4 – 8 ohms
Speaker impedance
Maximum power output 40 W × 4 (at 4 ohms)
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Troubleshooting guide
The following checklist will help you remedy the problems that you may encounter with your unit.
Before going through the checklist below, check the connection and operating procedures.
General
Cause/Solution
Problem
•Rotate the dial in a clockwise direction to adjust the volume.
•Set the fader control to the center position for two-speaker
systems.
No sound.
• The power cord or battery has been disconnected.
• The reset button has been pressed.
n Store the settings again into the memory.
The contents of the memory
have been erased.
Indications do not appear in the
display.
Remove the front panel and clean the connectors. See “Cleaning
the connectors” (page 12) for details.
No beep tone.
• An optional power amplifier is connected and you are not
using the built-in amplifier.
• The beep tone is attenuated (page 10).
CD playback
Problem
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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.
Dusty disc.
The ambient temperature is more than 50°C (122°F).
Press the 6button for two seconds.
Press the reset button.
The operation buttons do not
function.
The sound skips due to
vibration.
• The unit is installed at an angle of more than 60°.
• The unit is not installed in a sturdy part of the car.
Radio reception
Problem
Cause/Solution
Preset tuning is not possible.
• Store the correct frequency.
• The broadcast signal is too weak.
Automatic tuning is not
possible.
The broadcast signal is too weak.
n Use manual tuning.
The “ST” indication flashes.
•Tune in the frequency correctly.
•The broadcast signal is too weak.
n Set to the MONO mode (page 8).
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Error displays
The following indications will flash for about five seconds.
Solution
Display
Cause
Clean or insert the CD correctly.
A CD is dirty or inserted upside
down.
Press the reset button or 6.
The CD player cannot be operated
because of some problem.
If the above-mentioned solutions do not help improve the situation, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
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